Addleshaw Goddard

We won!! We've just been named 'UK Law Firm of the Year' at The Lawyer Awards 2024 🏆 Thank you to all of our wonderful clients and colleagues for making it possible! #LawyerAwards

We are excited to announce our next Independent Sponsor Forum, hosted in collaboration with Headway Capital Partners is on Wednesday 7th May at the prestigious Plaisterers Hall in London. This years' forum will feature expert-led panel discussions and presentations on deal-by-deal investing, which is continuing to see record levels of interest from GPs, LPs and debt providers of different shapes and sizes. Attendees will also have plenty of opportunity to exchange ideas and make new connections during the networking sessions. If you're an independent sponsor, investor, or private equity professional, this is an event you won't want to miss. Register your interest now: https://lnkd.in/eU6eADWg #IndependentSponsor #DealByDeal #PrivateEquity #Networking #Investing

We’re excited to take the next step in our AI journey with the adoption of Legora (formerly Leya) as part of our commitment to integrating advanced GenAI tools across Addleshaw Goddard. After a comprehensive evaluation of Legora’s large-scale document review capabilities, its speed of development, responsiveness and the positive collaboration with Legora’s team convinced us to adopt it. Legora will complement our internally developed AGPT, giving our lawyers a powerful suite of AI-driven solutions to enhance efficiency, adapt quickly and deliver even greater value to our clients. We’re looking forward to seeing the impact of this innovative technology in action. Find out more about our collaboration here: https://lnkd.in/e82Ue99S #LegalTech #GenAI #GenerativeAI #AI

From everyone at AG, Ramadan Mubarak to all observing the month! As part of our Ramadan celebrations and wider inclusion work across AG, we are proud to announce our collaboration with the Muslim Employment Charter – an initiative aimed at enhancing workplace inclusivity for Muslim professionals. The Muslim Employment Charter's mission is to create an inclusive environment where all Muslim professionals can thrive. By aligning with MEC, we hope to mirror these commitments, building on some of the important work already being done across the firm including further investment into our own Muslim network. If you would like to find out more about this network and the work we're doing, please reach out to Shakeel Dad, Partner and sponsor of the AG Muslim network.

How can AI transform corporate finance deals? Being at the forefront of both using AI in law and corporate finance activity, we understand the value and complications that technology can bring to transactions. Kerry Westland will be sharing her insights, alongside other members of the expert panel, as part of the ICAEW Corporate Finance Faculty webinar AI in Corporate Finance: Theory to Practice, on Tuesday 4 March. We're looking forward to exploring this question and the exciting discussions it will create. Register now to join: https://lnkd.in/epjscEh7 #LegalTech #AI #CorporateFinance #ICAEW

Our new research report "Redefining Compliance: Shaping culture, driving change" explores how Compliance functions can transform from a cost centre to a strategic business asset. Drawing upon experience from business and compliance leaders from the UK, France, and Germany, it offers a comprehensive analysis of current trends in compliance operations and practical initiatives you can apply. Gain insights from leaders to help drive discussions about embedding compliance as a core business value. Access the research. https://lnkd.in/e2VtKJpV #Compliance #StrategicGrowth #GlobalInvestigations #Investigations

Exciting news! We are entering the Polish market with the addition of the Warsaw office of Linklaters to Addleshaw Goddard. This will be our 20th office opening. It's the latest step in our international growth strategy and underlines our commitment to be wherever our clients need us to be. We can't wait to welcome this experienced full-service practice, who are led by a highly respected partner team. Our new colleagues bring deep expertise in domestic, cross-border and regional corporate/M&A, banking, capital markets, energy & infrastructure and real estate transactions. Our Warsaw office will serve as a regional hub, enabling us to deliver enhanced legal expertise and tailored services across Poland, the CEE region and also Turkey. You can read our full press release here: https://lnkd.in/e_hSzWyB #Poland #Warsaw

We are thrilled to announce in partnership with HSBC, the second year of the Ethnic Business Growth Programme, a collaborative initiative with support from DRAX Executive. What is the Ethnic Business Growth Programme? This pro bono mentorship initiative is designed to connect ethnically diverse entrepreneurs with experienced legal and business mentors. Through this programme we will provide free expert guidance to a select number of businesses each year, helping them navigate challenges and unlock new opportunities. For 2025, our focus is supporting businesses in both Manchester and London. Why this programme? We are committed to fostering growth, collaboration and providing access to corporate opportunities for businesses that may face barriers in securing mentorship and support. If this sounds like a great fit for your business, we encourage you to apply via the link below. https://lnkd.in/e2K7cv5Q Application Window: 13 February - 28 February 2025 Programme Launch: March 2025 Visit our website to learn more about the programme, last year's cohort and to submit your application before the deadline! #DiverseFounders #BusinessGrowth

We're thrilled to announce the expansion of our team in Ireland with the appointment of two new partners, Joseph O'Rourke and Killian Maher, to our Corporate and Construction practices respectively. This marks another significant step as we embrace the new beginnings in our spacious 28,000 sq ft office at Fitzwilliam No.28, Dublin. Joe brings over 13 years of expertise in the Telecoms and Renewable Energy sectors, along with a robust corporate advisory practice. Killian Maher has a wealth of knowledge in the commercial real estate and private rental sectors. Mark Walsh, Head of Ireland at Addleshaw Goddard, expressed his excitement about the new appointments whose expertise will be invaluable in expanding and strengthening the firm's offerings to our clients. https://lnkd.in/eTVx2y7J #NewAppointments #CorporateLaw #ConstructionLaw #Growth #Dublin

What's shaping these M&A markets in 2025? Our snapshots highlight current market conditions and future themes we expect to see in the Financial Services, Energy & Utilities, and Retail & Consumer sectors. Equip yourself with the knowledge needed for informed decision-making, access the insights now: https://lnkd.in/ey44CBuy #MergersandAcquisitions #FinancialServices #Energy #RetailConsumer #MarketTrends #StrategicMergers #2024Insights #2025Forecast