Mergers and Acquisitions

IN the tense atmosphere of mergers and takeovers, Bond Pearce lawyers can be relied upon to provide a "calm, commercial and efficient" (Chambers) approach which steers a deal urgently to its successful conclusion.

Bond Pearce's burgeoning success in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) work can be measured by the sheer volume of complex transactions on which the team advise - more than 70 a year with a value of £42m a week.

"Our strengths are based on focusing on the client," partner Stephen Pierce says. "We become part of the client's team, working harmoniously with them. We listen and explain."

"We're straightforward - assertive but not dominating - and I think our record bears comparison with any M&A team."

The legal directory, Chambers, described Stephen as "an extremely professional adviser with the ability to keep his cool during difficult negotiations". And other team members have won plaudits for the enthusiasm and astute skills placed at the disposal of Bond Pearce's clients.

"We advise UK and overseas corporates and shareholders," Stephen says.

"We get deals done on acceptable terms, meet timetables - and identify and protect clients against unacceptable risks."

The Bond Pearce M&A team draws on the expertise of a wide range of other expert lawyers. That means clients are advised across the legal-commercial spectrum, including, tax, pensions, employment, property, intellectual property, commercial, competition law, environmental, health and safety and many other areas.

"The needs of the client and the transaction will dictate the make up of the team."

"We project manage the team - we don't expect a client to have to deal with a cast of thousands, but they will have the comfort that we have all bases covered."