Ranked Tier 3 in The Legal 500 UK 2027, our private equity and strategic investment lawyers advise companies, shareholders and investors on equity investments, growth capital and investment-led acquisitions.
For a business receiving investment, the amount of capital raised is only one part of the commercial agreement.
Founders and existing shareholders also need to understand how the investment will affect their ownership, decision making authority and ability to realise value in the future.
Our lawyers advise companies and shareholders on negotiating investment terms, including valuation, share allocations, investor rights and restrictions on future transactions.
We also assist with preparing the business for investor due diligence and resolving legal issues that may affect the proposed investment.
Particular attention is given to the rights investors may acquire over business decisions, future funding and exit arrangements.
We aim to help clients secure investment on terms that support growth without creating unnecessary restrictions on the company’s operations.
Investors need to understand the business they are investing in and the legal protections available if the investment does not perform as expected.
We advise investors on transaction structure, legal due diligence and the negotiation of investment documentation.
Depending on the transaction, this may include reviewing:
Our private equity and strategic investment lawyers translate due diligence findings into practical recommendations.
Where necessary, we negotiate warranties, indemnities, conditions precedent and other protections reflecting the risks identified.
Investment agreements and shareholders agreements establish the legal framework for the relationship between the company, investors and existing shareholders.
These documents can have a significant influence on how the business operates after funding is received.
Our lawyers prepare and negotiate provisions dealing with:
We focus on ensuring that the rights and obligations are clearly understood and reflect the parties’ commercial agreement.
Investors often regard the continued involvement of founders and senior management as central to the success of an investment.
As a result, transactions may include management equity incentives, restrictions on share transfers and provisions governing what happens if a manager leaves the business.
We advise on the corporate aspects of management participation arrangements, including share ownership, vesting, leaver provisions and exit rights.
We also assist founders and management teams in understanding the implications of investor protections and the circumstances in which their shares may be transferred or their economic interests affected.
Where specialist employment or tax advice is required, we work with the relevant advisers.
International investment can provide UK businesses with access to overseas capital, expertise and commercial opportunities.
Equally, UK investors and corporate groups may seek to acquire interests in businesses operating abroad.
Cross-border investments can involve additional issues concerning corporate structures, foreign investment screening, regulatory approvals, tax treatment and shareholder protections.
Our private equity and strategic investment lawyers advise overseas investors acquiring interests in UK companies and UK businesses undertaking investment transactions with an international element.
Where necessary, we work alongside overseas counsel and other professional advisers to coordinate the transaction.
Our role is to ensure that the UK legal arrangements are commercially appropriate and consistent with the wider investment structure.
Investment agreements should consider not only the immediate funding transaction but also how the business may develop.
Future financing rounds, acquisitions, changes in management and eventual exits can all affect the interests of investors and existing shareholders.
We advise on provisions governing further investment, dilution, transfers and exit rights.
Where an investor intends to realise its investment through a sale or other transaction, we help establish arrangements that support an orderly exit.
Addressing these issues at the outset can reduce the risk of disputes and provide greater certainty for all parties.
IMD Corporate’s Corporate & Commercial team is ranked Tier 3 in The Legal 500 UK 2027.
Investment transactions often involve competing priorities between investors, founders and management teams.
We provide commercially focused legal advice that recognises those differences and concentrates on establishing workable agreements.
Our boutique structure allows experienced lawyers to remain closely involved throughout negotiations, due diligence and completion.
Whether you are seeking growth capital, considering a strategic investment or negotiating an investment in an established business, our experienced corporate lawyers can advise on the legal arrangements required to protect your interests and achieve your commercial objectives.
From structuring investment agreements and negotiating key terms to managing due diligence and completing transactions, we provide advice tailored to your business and investment goals. Our team works closely with investors, business owners and management teams to help ensure transactions are structured effectively and progress smoothly.
To discuss your requirements and find out how we can support your next investment, contact IMD Corporate on 0330 107 0106 or request a free call back.
We pride ourselves on delivering commercially minded legal solutions grounded in integrity, collaboration and a genuine commitment to client success.
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Our team is adept at handling intricate cases involving international elements, such as division of assets across borders, child abduction and child relocation. This makes us particularly suited for individuals with international family or business ties.
We are proud recipients of multiple national awards, a testament to our commitment to legal excellence. Our awards reflect our high standards and dedication to achieving the best outcomes for our clients. You can check the list of our awards by clicking here.
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Our extensive network of international legal and professional contacts allows us to efficiently handle cases that span multiple jurisdictions, providing a seamless legal experience for our clients.
As a reputable law firm, we adhere to the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency, integrity, and professionalism in all our dealings.
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Private equity investment is generally made with the objective of generating financial returns. Strategic investment may also be intended to achieve wider commercial benefits, such as market access, technology development or business collaboration.
Yes. Minority investments are common, but the investor may seek contractual protections relating to governance, information rights, future funding and exit arrangements.
Documents may include an investment agreement, shareholders agreement, amended articles of association, share subscription documents and corporate approvals.
Reserved matters are specified decisions that require additional approval, often from an investor or particular shareholder group. They can cover matters such as borrowing, major acquisitions or issuing new shares.
Yes, subject to applicable laws and any relevant regulatory requirements. Certain investments may require assessment under the UK’s national security investment regime.
Ideally, before agreeing a term sheet or committing to an investment structure. Early advice can help founders and shareholders understand the implications of proposed investor rights.
