With a strong focus on the energy and technology sectors and a growing presence in the media sector, the corporate department at Baker Botts (UK) LLP is equipped to handle both domestic and cross-border M&A transactions for a range of clients. Co-chair of the firm's energy tech practice, Derek Jones, noted as ‘technical yet very pragmatic’, has amassed extensive experience leading on domestic and cross-border M&A deals, disposals, and joint ventures, as well as reorganisations and demergers. Sian Williams' cross-border transactional expertise is focused in the energy, real estate, life sciences, and technology sectors.
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‘Pragmatic and commercial advice in complex international deals.’
‘Very strong partner-led advice, backed by a global firm and capabilities.’
‘The practice is well known for its M&A expertise in oil and gas, energy, and natural resources sectors. The clients get the benefit of heavy partner involvement in transactions, including on the drafting side. The team is very responsive and dedicated to clients.’
‘Derek Jones is the leading individuals in the practice. He is technical yet very pragmatic, and his commitment to clients is second to none.’
‘Baker Botts offers a dynamic, reliable, and very competent team of lawyers. The firm has notably invested in diversity, bringing on board several women from junior to senior associate level, which was a commendable move.’
‘Sian Williams is a proven creative problem solver skilled at mitigating risk allocation in emerging market and distressed transactions.’
Clients clés
- DXC Technology Company
- Modern Times Group AB
- European Bank of Reconstruction and Development
- International Finance Corporation
- Commify UK Limited
- Global Telecommunications Investments
- Enoda
- Noble Corporation
Points forts
- Assisted on the sale of EBECS Limited to MPHASIS Consulting Limited as part of a settlement agreement.
- Assisted Modern Times Group AB on the combination of its US subsidiary, Kongregate, Inc., with Monumental Studios, Inc., an independent gaming studio, and MTG’s significant minority investment in the enlarged business.
- Assisted Commify its €300 million sale to ECI Partners.
Avocats
Les grands avocats de demain
Jeunes associés disposant d’une reconnaissance montante sur le marché, jouant régulièrement un rôle clé dans des dossiers majeurs.
Responsable de la pratique
Derek Jones
Autres avocats clés
Sian Williams