Mergers & Acquisitions

We understand that the legal implementation of a strategic transaction can be time-consuming, frustrating, and costly. With our fresh and creative approach and leading technology reputation, we aim to minimise the pain points and help manage the risks to your business at every stage of your transaction cycle.

We offer an agile and tailored approach to all stages of M&A transactions. We present an integrated, international team with a real aptitude for providing specialist and strategic legal support to companies undertaking the complex and risky business of M&A transactions.

Built on exceptional legal expertise with a strong technology sector focus, we are specialists advising in industry sectors where technology, regulation and intellectual property are key. We represent buyers and sellers, from large multinationals to SMEs, handling all manner of public and private M&A transactions, including carve-out deals and competitive auctions. We offer advice throughout the entire transaction cycle, from strategic planning and structuring, deal implementation through to post-merger integration.

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Navigating the Complex Landscape of Merger Control and Foreign Direct Investment in Life Sciences in the EU and UK

Oct 01 2024

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The DNA of Life Sciences Deals

Sep 17 2024

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M&A – A cautious case for optimism in 2024

Nov 03 2023

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Employee data risks in M&A transactions

M&A activities and corporate reorganisations are likely to entail the employer sharing staff personal data with other organisations. This infographic outlines how sellers can handle employee data risks in M&A transactions.

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Accolades

Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market – Band 4. The team leverages its impressive talents in technology and IP-rich industries, including media, energy and retail, to advise on a wide range of corporate matters, with solid expertise in mid-market deals. Experienced in cross-border mergers as well as other overseas transactions across the world.

Chambers UK 2022

China: Tier 4, Corporate & M&A (Foreign Firms)

Legal 500 2021

Denmark: Tier 3, Commercial, Corporate & M&A

Legal 500 2021

Hungary: Top Tier Firm, Commercial, Corporate & M&A

Legal 500 2021

M&A: lower mid-market, £50m-£250m – Band 2. Bird & Bird LLP's stellar reputation in the tech sector makes the firm a regular choice for some of the largest companies in the world on various M&A and strategic transactions. Drawing on the firm's significant international network, Matt Bonass' team handles cross-border deals for clients in a broadening range of industries, including financial services, energy and utilities, sports, media, and retail. Neil Blundell is a key contact for the firm's tech client base, while Simon Allport combines transactional experience with capital markets expertise. Simon Fielder is also recognised as a key member of the team.

Legal 500 UK 2022

Spain: Tier 4, Commercial, Corporate & M&A

Legal 500 2021

News & Deals

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Bird & Bird has advised East Japan Railway Company in the sale of Decorum Vending Limited

Sep 11 2024

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Bird & Bird welcomes Corporate and M&A partner Sandra Schuh in Frankfurt

Sep 02 2024

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Deal

Bird & Bird advises Hydrogen Dynamo on the sale of Fjorden Electra to Leica Camera

Jun 14 2024

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Deal

Bird & Bird advises Mews Systems on acquisition of all shares in HS3 Hotelsoftware

Jun 11 2024

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Deal

Bird & Bird advised Index Ventures on $300 million investment round of DeepL at $2 billion valuation

May 29 2024

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Bird & Bird advises EFESO on the acquisition of Aioneers GmbH

Apr 12 2024

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Relevant Downloads

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Date
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Bird & Bird's International M&A Survey Report
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Mar 30 2023
Trends in UK Public MA deals in H1 2021
pdf
Nov 16 2021
Updated Corporate Highlights with Foresight 2020-2021
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Jul 27 2021