The Firm: This “user-friendly” firm proves you don’t have to position yourself within the Square Mile to get your hands on desirable City work. While property remains close to the heart of Fladgate, the corporate team wins work in several other sectors, in particular media. Additionally, it possesses a highly visible and busy AIM practice, focusing on the sub-£100m market cap listings, while the firm also gets work from wealthy private clients. Highlight transactions of the past year include advising Random House on its acquisition of a majority shareholding in BBC Books from BBC Worldwide - illustrating the firm’s rising profile in the media world. Acting for Israel-based Arazim Investments on its £59m purchase and leaseback of the Little Chef restaurant portfolio showcased both its continuing presence in the property sector and its ability on cross-border deals.
The Lawyers: Anthony Vaughan was highly recommended by commentators, in particular for his AIM expertise. Charles Wander is head of department.
Clients/Work Highlights: Corvus Capital; Folio Hotels; Random House; Trace Group and Nanoscience.
Leading individuals: Anthony Vaughan