White & Case: UK Public M&A Team of the Year – British Legal Awards
White & Case, a global law firm, has recently been honored with the title of “Public M&A Team of the Year” at the British Legal Awards 2024. This accolade recognizes their outstanding work in advising SigmaRoc plc on a significant €1 billion reverse takeover of CRH plc’s European lime business. The deal was particularly intricate, involving three separate acquisitions in various countries such as Germany, the Czech Republic, Ireland, the UK, and Poland.
David Lewis, an M&A partner at White & Case who led the SigmaRoc transaction, expressed his enthusiasm for the recognition, stating, “We are thrilled to be recognized for our work on this transformative deal for SigmaRoc.” He credited the team’s ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and provide innovative legal solutions. Patrick Sarch, Head of UK Public M&A, added that the M&A practice at White & Case is thriving, with great achievements in 2024 and promising developments for 2025.
The British Legal Awards aim to celebrate legal excellence and innovation by honoring the accomplishments of law firms, teams, and individuals. With a diverse and ambitious team, including new members like Richard Browne, White & Case is poised for an exciting year ahead in M&A.
Key contacts at White & Case include David Lewis, specializing in Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Markets, Mining & Metals, and Energy; Patrick Sarch, focusing on M&A, Capital Markets, Financial Institutions, Consumer & Retail, and Shareholder Activism; Margot Berry, with expertise in M&A, Energy, Power, and Life Sciences and Healthcare; Philip Broke, specializing in M&A, Capital Markets, Power, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology, and Infrastructure, Transportation & Logistics; Ferdinand Mason, focusing on M&A, Private Equity, Sustainability & Responsible Business; and Tom Matthews, specializing in M&A and Shareholder Activism.
