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◼ What's in store for UK dealmakers? ◼ If you are keeping a keen eye on the UK M&A market, why not join us for Critcaleye's Growth Company Forum on 26 September 2024? We'll be talking about the outlook for the rest of the year and into 2025, covering: ▶ key issues for boards approaching a transaction; ▶ routes to exit; ▶ what sectors are hot; ▶ changes in store for PE; ▶ and much more! Criticaleye is an excellent peer-to-peer community for board members to connect with their peers across their industry and further. Huge thanks to Jacob Ambrose Willson and Sinead Lack for hosting this event! If you can't make the session, look out for the follow-up articles and feel free to DM me if you'd like to discuss anything M&A related. Link in the comments to find out more about Criticaleye.

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See the first of our briefings on one of the many facets of the DMCC Act - just to be contrarian, part 1 is merger control. Amongst the noise, some immediate practical implications for UK deal doers here. With thanks to Karoline Phillips Sarah Randall and Victoire Binchet #DMCCBill #DMCCAct #digitalmarkets #ukmergercontrol #competitionlaw #AddleshawGoddard

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As expected, today's Autumn Budget brings much anticipated changes to the carried interest rules, with the higher CGT rate rising to 32% from April next year. But that's just the start. With a technical consultation ongoing until the end of January, the details are still up for discussion. Here's a quick summary of the changes announced so far. https://lnkd.in/e4c5pGPf

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The UK restructuring plan is a powerful tool, but to use (or oppose) it effectively you need to be prepared to treat it as litigation from the start. Our blog on the Cineworld plans, sanctioned this week, highlights the latest thinking on when challenges will be effective and ineffective, with perspectives from my Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer colleagues Adam Jones, Robert Y., Katharina Crinson and me. Please let us know your thoughts. #restructuring #litigation #commercialproperty

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Here at Jamieson Law UK we help scale-up businesses with commercially sound, pragmatic legal advice. With the UK General Election on July 4th, there’s a lot to consider. This week, 100 business leaders signed an open letter supporting Labour’s victory. Traditionally, the Conservatives have been the party for big business, but recent turbulence has changed perspectives. What does this mean for SMEs? The Conservatives have promised to maintain current tax rates and create more employment opportunities, but specifics are lacking. Labour’s plan, published in November 2023, focuses on tackling late payments and reforming business rates. The Lib Dems propose business rate reforms and aim to increase employment and rebuild EU relationships. The UK economy is still uncertain, and all parties emphasize stability and market confidence. This is crucial for small business owners like us. At Jamieson Law, we'll provide regular updates. Stay tuned for the latest information to help you navigate the post-election landscape. #Election2024 #UKBusiness #SMEs #LegalAdvice #JamiesonLaw

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Partner Claire Brown, a member of our Commercial Litigation team at our Manchester office, has been featured in Insider Media's Ask the Expert column this morning discussing how in the light of the recent surge in deal activity driven by the Autumn Budget, Claire anticipates a consequential increase in warranty and indemnity claims. Read on Insider Media: https://lnkd.in/em33-CfP? #CommercialLitigation #LegalInsights #BusinessLaw #DealActivity #WarrantyClaims #Indemnity #AutumnBudget

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We are delighted to have retained our Tier 1 ranking in the eprivateclient Top Law Firms 2024. This detailed report examines the leading private client law firms and departments across the UK. This top-tier ranking reaffirms our leading reputation, continued growth and our dedication to our clients and the broader industry over the last 12 months. #eprivateclient #TopLawFirm #PrivateWealth #PrivateClient

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We are delighted to have retained our Tier 1 ranking in the eprivateclient Top Law Firms 2024. This detailed report examines the leading private client law firms and departments across the UK. This top-tier ranking reaffirms our leading reputation, continued growth and our dedication to our clients and the broader industry over the last 12 months. #eprivateclient #TopLawFirm #PrivateWealth #PrivateClient

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We are delighted to have retained our Tier 1 ranking in the eprivateclient Top Law Firms 2024. This detailed report examines the leading private client law firms and departments across the UK. This top-tier ranking reaffirms our leading reputation, continued growth and our dedication to our clients and the broader industry over the last 12 months. #eprivateclient #TopLawFirm #PrivateWealth #PrivateClient

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Britvic plc Backs Sweetened £3.3B Carlsberg Group Takeover Offer Britvic plc said Monday that it is backing an improved £3.3 billion ($4.2 billion) cash takeover offer from Danish brewer Carlsberg Group AS that would create a British beer and soft drinks giant. Carlsberg Group is offering 1,315 pence per share in Britvic plc under the terms of the deal, which values the share capital in the maker of the Robinsons, Tango and Rockstar Energy drinks brands at £3.3 billion. The offer price includes a 25 pence special dividend. Baker McKenzie is advising Carlsberg Group, led by London corporate partner Nick Bryans. Linklaters LLP is acting as legal adviser to Britvic plc. Shares in Britvic plc, a member of London's FTSE 250 index, were up 4.63% on Monday morning at 1,266 pence, compared with 1,210 pence at Friday's market close. To learn more about LexisNexis' MLex, Law360 UK and Caselex and our proprietary merger and acquisition content, please reach out for an initial consultation. Phone: +44 7552 882 850 Email: [email protected] #MergerandAcquisition #MandA #TransactionsUK

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The Finalists for The British Legal Technology Awards 2024 ‘Most Innovative Firm of the Year’ category - Sponsored by Litera have now been announced! Visit https://lnkd.in/enJ4rdNJ to find out who has been shortlisted for the next round of judging. #BLTA2024 #legaltech #legalit #legaltechnology #lawfirm #cybersecurity

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‘We're in growth mode’: Paul Hastings hints at expansion plans https://lnkd.in/eDFDKFZE Lawyers in the corporate and IP practices discuss where the firm can steal a march on competitors, its growth plans in London, and why deal lawyers are ‘concertmasters’. Insight from Jason Raeburn and Samuel Waxman #paulhastings #expansion #ipstrategy #growth

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‘We're in growth mode’: Paul Hastings hints at expansion plans https://lnkd.in/eDFDKFZE Lawyers in the corporate and IP practices discuss where the firm can steal a march on competitors, its growth plans in London, and why deal lawyers are ‘concertmasters’. Insight from Jason Raeburn and Samuel Waxman. #ipstrategy #paulhastings #expansion #growth

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Really looking forward to this one! As part of London International Disputes Week (LIDW), Freeths and Gatehouse Chambers are proud to sponsor - with the support of the CIArb London Branch - a #panel at Gatehouse Chambers during the morning of Wednesday 5 June #2024. The title is: #Lawyer (Mis)Behaviour in #International #Arbitration We are fortunate enough to have Mr Justice Robin Knowles CBE to give his views on this topic, alongside Dr Crina Baltag, FCIArb of Stockholm University, Frederico Singarajah, FCIArb of Gatehouse Chambers and Paul Kinninmont FCIArb of Freeths. Closing remarks by Tope Adeyemi, Chair of the CIArb London Branch. This panel will continue the debate and reflection among the international arbitration community on behavioural standards for lawyers provoked by recent developments and cases. In particular, to what extent can and should tribunals, courts and/or regulators police lawyer conduct in international arbitrations? You can #register #inperson or #online through the attached flyer. The #LIDW #link is as follows: https://lnkd.in/dzbFZhvS #lidw #lidw2024 London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) Judicial Office ICC Arbitration #london #law #lawyers #arbitrators #judges #adr #courts #litigation #investment #trade #fraud #corruption #moneylaundering #regulation #ethics International Bar Association Gleeds THE WORSHIPFUL COMPANY OF ARBITRATORS #disputes #policy Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot Vis East International Commercial Arbitration Moot Vis East Moot Foundation Ltd London Chamber of Arbitration and Mediation (LCAM) LMAA London International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) Energy Arbitration Club #awards #linkedin #enforcement

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BCL Legal’s ‘The Brief’ spoke to LexRex founder and MD, Victoria Moffatt to get her take on the PR and communications aspects of law firm mergers and acquisitions. She explained the importance of empathy and reassurance as firms navigate significant change following a deal: “People will respond differently, and some will want to ask questions, will need reassurance (sometimes on a repeat basis) and some may find the change involved in moving from one firm into another incredibly difficult. Applying ongoing empathy to all team members, regardless of their seniority can really make a positive difference.” Find out more and read the full article here: https://ow.ly/hshh50Reqbb

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The Panel's first consultation in 2024 proposes a new jurisdictional framework which would narrow the scope of the companies which are subject to the UK Takeover Code. No more 'central management' test and a much reduced '10 year rule' are some of the proposed reforms that you can read about here... https://lnkd.in/ef5i-XBT

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🌟 Transforming legal practice with tech: Key takeaways from our chat with Glyn Morris, Projects Partner at Higgs LLP 💡Embrace unexpected learning moments from any source. 💡Recognise and address inefficiencies within your existing processes. 💡Cultivate a culture that prioritises people over technology. Read our latest blog with Glyn, here. https://hubs.ly/Q02wVvP10 #LegalTech #Innovation #LeglMeets

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In this episode of HL PensionsPod, London counsel Beth Sheehan is joined by senior associate Jade Rigby as they discuss three recent cases in which trustees’ powers of amendment have come under close scrutiny in the courts. Listen to the episode here: https://lnkd.in/epkrXWqs #HLPensionsPod #Pensions #Trustees #Podcast

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