The venture capital and private equity market has grown at an unprecedented rate in the past few years, placing great demand on new knowledge and experience. This legal area has been an important component of Baker & McKenzie's practice in the US and UK markets. Through our cross-border organisation and familiarity with international business, we cover all stages of venture capital and private equity transactions, from investment, establishment of funds, and capital procurement. Other areas in which we have significant experience include:
- Buyout transactions
- Acquisition finance
- Structuring, including the frequently complicated tax structure
- Divestitures