Sidley expands private equity practice in London
Sidley has recruited a new partner for its London-based M&A and Private Equity Practice, expanding its capacity to advise financial sponsors on cross-border transactions and related corporate matters.
What changed
Sidley in London has appointed James Sherlock as a partner in its M&A and Private Equity Practice. He previously worked at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, where he was part of their Private Equity Group. Sherlock’s role focuses on advising financial sponsors on a range of private equity activities, including acquisitions, disposals, carve-outs, co-investments, joint ventures, restructurings, and exit planning. The arrival expands Sidley’s capacity to handle cross-border deals and complex transactions across multiple sectors.
Key facts
- New partner: James Sherlock joined Sidley’s London office.
- Previous employer: Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP.
- Practice areas: M&A and Private Equity, with emphasis on financial sponsors and cross-border deals.
- Scope: Transactions from initial acquisitions to bolt-ons and exits across industries.
Who is affected
The change affects Sidley’s clients in private equity and financial sponsorship, including portfolio companies and co-investors who participate in cross-border deals. Law firms, sponsors, and institutional investors may experience expanded access to Sidley’s private equity advisory resources in London.
Practical next steps
If you’re a private equity sponsor or portfolio company exploring cross-border transactions, consider requesting a consultation with Sidley to understand how the London team’s expanded capabilities could help with deal structuring, cross-border regulatory considerations. Exit planning. Firms tracking London-based private equity activity may note increased competition among top firms offering end-to-end deal support in Europe.
Limits and questions
The article identifies a personnel change at a single firm and does not provide data on overall market share or performance outcomes. For readers, questions to ask would include: How will this hire affect deal execution timelines? What are the specific sectors where Sherlock’s background is strongest? Are there any changes to service pricing or availability for international clients?
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