Willkie Farr & Gallagher (UK) LLP

Assisting an array of UK, European, and US sponsors and their portfolio companies, the team at Willkie Farr & Gallagher (UK) LLP routinely handles cross-border M&A transactions and preferred equity investments. The team has particular strength in the financial services and insurance industries, with practice head Gavin Gordon handling complex takeovers and buyouts. Other key figures include Claire McDaid, well-versed in carve-outs and recapitalisations; David Arnold, an expert in acquisition mandates; and Philip Coletto, whose capabilities include minority stake investment deals.