International law firm Simmons & Simmons has expanded its UK Corporate practice with the appointment of Mark Chivers as partner in its London office. Joining from DLA Piper, Mark brings over 20 years’ experience advising on both public and private M&A transactions.
A specialist in public M&A, Mark is a widely-recognised expert in the UK Takeover Code – the statutory rules governing company takeovers – having served as Assistant Secretary to the UK Takeover Panel from 2013 to 2015 and currently Secretary to the Takeover Appeal Board.
Alongside his public M&A work, Mark’s practice also encompasses private M&A, where he regularly advises large multinationals on their acquisitions and disposals within the Healthcare & Life Sciences; Energy, Natural Resources, Infrastructure & Construction, and Technology, Media and Telecommunications sectors.
Mark’s expertise will enable Simmons & Simmons to offer a full-service provision to its growing number of listed company clients, support financial institutions on public takeovers, and enhance the firm’s capabilities for asset management & investment funds, and private equity clients requiring UK Takeover Code advice. Mark’s experience working with leading financial institutions and multinationals strongly aligns with the firm’s sector focus, and existing client base.
Commenting on Mark’s hire, UK Corporate Partner Jamie Corner said: “Mark’s arrival is an exciting development for our UK corporate practice. His recognised expertise in public M&A and the Takeover Code will further enhance our client offering and support the further growth of our listed company and financial institution relationships.”
On joining Simmons & Simmons, Mark Chivers said: “I’m thrilled to join Simmons & Simmons, and I look forward to working with the team to grow the existing public M&A practice. The firm’s sector focus and impressive cross-border approach provide an excellent platform to support clients and develop new opportunities.”