DLA Piper

Recognised by clients for ‘providing pragmatic and well-researched advice’, DLA Piper is skilled at advising on employee share plans for a broad range of corporates. While primarily focused on global advisory work, the team is also noted for its strong capabilities in handling UK tax-advantaged plans. Nick Hipwell advises clients on global employee share plans, listing rules, remuneration, and governance matters, and his recent caseload includes working for companies in the technology, financial services, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries. Martin MacLeod is a key contact within the team, often leading matters involving executive remuneration and incentives arrangements for private corporate transactions. Tamsin Nicholds advises on listing rules, governance matters, and cross-jurisdictional plans.