About Ben

Ben advises on complex mergers and acquisitions, particularly involving technology companies. He is a prominent advisor to UK and European VC-backed companies, with a focus on high-stakes transactions opposite strategic acquirers and financial sponsors.

He also acts for a range of investors, acquirers and high-growth companies on acquisitions, minority investments, leveraged buyouts, buy-and-build strategies and restructurings, typically with a trans-Atlantic element.

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Experience

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Admissions and credentials

  • England and Wales

Rankings and accolades

Chambers UK: Corporate/M&A: £100-800 million (2025 – 2026)

The Legal 500 UK: Next-Generation Partner for Private Equity Transactions (2021 – 2024)

Legal Week: Rising Star – Private Equity in the London Market (2018)

I was distinctively impressed by Ben. He knows his onions and is very good.

Chambers UK

Corporate/M&A: £100-800 million

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