Newsletters
Tracking M&A activity and trends
Autumn Edition of Momentum
November 2024
In this edition, we dive into the rapidly evolving M&A landscape for UK law firms, shaped by an unprecedented surge in deal activity as firms seek to finalize transactions ahead of the October Budget.
Autumn Edition of Momentum
November 2023
In this edition, we look at the growing importance of private equity in the legal sector and how this is playing out.
Spring Edition of Momentum
April 2023
In this edition, we consider the strategies behind this trend and why acquiring
firms need to think carefully about what they have to offer niche firms – not just
what they have to gain.
Autumn Edition of Momentum
November 2022
As the economic storm clouds gather, we are likely to see changes to the M&A landscape, with indications that some firms are facing financial difficulties and others are revaluating potential merger targets. In this edition we consider what the future holds, who the winners and losers will be and why this downturn is
different from the recession precipitated by the 2008 financial crash.
Second Edition of Momentum
June 2022
This second edition rounds up activity during the first two quarters of 2022. It also focuses on law firm consolidation, particularly in the so-called “independent” sector.
First Edition of Momentum
July 2021
This first edition rounds up activity during the first two quarters of 2021. It also focuses on the rise and rise of acquisitive professional services provider Knights PLC.