Partner appointment in firm’s equity capital markets team
Gateley Legal has announced the appointment of partner Sam Meiklejohn, who will join its equity capital markets (ECM) team.
Prior to joining Gateley, Sam spent six years at US law firm Cooley in its ECM and public companies team, based in London.
Sam brings experience in international equity capital markets, public companies and corporate governance. He advises corporates, investment banks, brokers and major shareholders on a broad spectrum of capital markets matters, including primary and secondary securities offerings listed on both UK and international stock exchanges. His experience covers a wide range of sectors, including life sciences, technology and biotech. He also has significant cross-border transactional experience, including transatlantic, pan-European and across the MENA region.
Sam will work alongside Paul Cliff, the national head of Gateley Legal’s ECM team, as well as colleagues across Gateley Legal’s banking and corporate practices.
Beth Mather, partner and national head of corporate for Gateley Legal, said: ‘Sam is an excellent addition to our team, bringing first-rate technical experience and broad-based knowledge in the capital markets space. His appointment enhances the quality and breadth of our capital markets credentials.’
Paul Cliff commented: ‘Our ECM practice is an integral part of our corporate platform, and Sam’s arrival demonstrates our commitment to continue to attract exceptional talent to further grow and enhance our client offering.’
Sam added: ‘Gateley has an excellent reputation for advising innovative clients on capital market matters. I am excited about the opportunity to join as a partner and leverage my expertise in being a trusted adviser to its domestic and international clients and supporting the long-term growth of its ECM offering.’
Pictured (left to right): Beth Mather, Sam Meiklejohn, Andrew Cowan and Paul Cliff.
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