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We are dedicated private equity experts who combine deep sector knowledge with a commercial, responsive approach to deliver results quickly and efficiently.

30+

Buyout & Growth Capital Deals

In 2025

2024

Secondaries Law Firm of the Year (EMEA)

PEI Awards

38

Dedicated Legal Experts

We help clients navigate the full private equity lifecycle, from fund formation and investments, portfolio management, secondaries, and exits. Our team combines deep sector knowledge with a commercial, responsive approach to deliver results quickly and efficiently.

We work closely with private equity houses, growth and venture capital investors, management teams, entrepreneurs, fund managers, and debt providers. Whether you are launching a fund, leading a management buyout, seeking growth capital, or planning an exit, we offer practical, tailored advice to help you achieve your goals.

Our transactional experience spans all deal types, including MBOs, MBIs, LBOs, public-to-privates, secondary buy-outs, and more. We also advise on management incentives, debt and mezzanine finance. Alongside this we operate a market-leading secondaries and funds team, bringing all our private equity experts under one umbrella.

You benefit from the SH integrated team of private equity specialists, supported by experts in finance tax, employment, intellectual property, commercial contracts, real estate, pensions and regulatory matters.

Stephenson Harwood have a culture of responsiveness and we enjoy consistently high levels of service.

Chambers UK 2025

Partner with us for clear guidance, strategic support, and a commitment to your long-term success in all aspects of private equity.

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