Macfarlanes

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Your Trusted Legal Partner in London

We are a distinguished law firm renowned for our client-centric approach and innovative legal solutions. Our practice spans commercial law, competition law, corporate transactions, and regulatory compliance, serving clients with precision and strategic insight. With a strong international network, we deliver tailored legal services across key sectors including finance, real estate, and technology. Our team of experts combines deep industry knowledge with sharp legal acumen to address complex challenges. We prioritise long-term client relationships, ensuring continuity and trust in every engagement.

Our agile model allows us to adapt swiftly to evolving legal landscapes while maintaining a focus on excellence. Headquartered in London with a Brussels office, we offer a global perspective with local expertise. Our culture fosters collaboration, enabling seamless service delivery across jurisdictions. We are committed to professional development, ensuring our lawyers remain at the forefront of legal innovation. Clients rely on us for our responsiveness, creativity, and unwavering dedication to achieving their objectives.

Services

Commercial Law Competition/Antitrust Corporate Transactions Financial Regulation Litigation Real Estate Law Employment Law Data Privacy Mergers & Acquisitions Regulatory Compliance

Highlights and features

We offer bespoke legal solutions tailored to your specific industry needs.
Our team combines deep sector expertise with innovative legal strategies.
We maintain a global network for seamless cross-border transaction support.
Our client relationships are built on transparency and long-term trust.
We provide cost-effective, efficient legal services without compromising quality.

What people say

Excellent and pragmatic advice Deep market knowledge Responsive and solutions-oriented Strong technical expertise Commercially aware team

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Services

Commercial Law

We provide comprehensive commercial legal advice covering contracts, intellectual property, and corporate governance. Our team ensures compliance with evolving regulations while protecting client interests in domestic and international transactions. Clients benefit from strategic counsel on risk management and dispute resolution frameworks tailored to their business models.

Competition/Antitrust

Our experts advise on merger control, antitrust investigations, and market conduct regulations. We help clients navigate complex EU and UK competition law frameworks through proactive compliance strategies and robust defence in regulatory proceedings across multiple jurisdictions.

Corporate Transactions

We handle complex mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructurings with a focus on strategic execution. Our services include due diligence, regulatory approvals, and post-merger integration support for both domestic and cross-border deals across diverse industries.

Financial Regulation

We provide expert guidance on financial services compliance, including FCA/PRA regulations, transactional frameworks, and enforcement matters. Our team assists banks, asset managers, and fintech firms with licensing, conduct of business rules, and regulatory investigations.

Litigation

Our litigation team handles complex commercial disputes, arbitration, and regulatory enforcement actions. We combine advocacy skills with sector-specific knowledge to achieve favourable outcomes through negotiated settlements or court proceedings when necessary.

People

Sebastian Prichard Jones

Senior Partner

Sebastian leads Macfarlanes with strategic vision, overseeing the firm's growth and client relationships. He brings extensive experience in corporate law and governance, ensuring alignment with client needs and market demands.

William Hedges

Partner

William specialises in commercial contracts and technology law, advising major corporations on complex agreements. His expertise in data privacy and IP management supports clients in digital transformation initiatives.

Cameron Firth

Partner

Cameron leads competition law matters, handling high-profile merger control cases and antitrust litigation. He represents clients before EU and UK regulators in complex regulatory environments.

Rachel Richardson

Head of ESG

Rachel directs the firm's ESG strategy, advising on sustainability frameworks and regulatory compliance. Her work focuses on integrating environmental and social governance into corporate operations and investment decisions.

Andrew Perkins

Partner

Andrew specialises in finance law, handling leveraged finance and structured credit transactions. He advises major financial institutions and private equity firms on complex debt instruments and regulatory compliance.

Questions

What areas of law does Macfarlanes specialise in?

We specialise in commercial law, competition law, corporate transactions, financial services regulation, real estate, and complex litigation.

Do you handle international legal matters?

Yes, we have a global network and regularly advise on cross-border transactions and regulatory compliance.

How do you approach client relationships?

We prioritise long-term partnerships through tailored solutions and transparent communication aligned with client objectives.

What sectors do you work with?

We serve clients in finance, real estate, technology, healthcare, and regulated industries with sector-specific expertise.

How are legal fees structured?

We provide transparent cost frameworks tailored to each matter's complexity and client requirements.

Reviews (4)

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Soox So

Mar 04, 2022 Report

They were recommended to me by my own lawyer and i did not hesitate to use the based on their recommendation. HOWEVER, their services were very spotty and I lost confidence in them early on. I stuck with them despite my instincts and they have proven to be even worse. In the end they still insist i owe them for services they did not render. Do not use this firm.

Anna Jones

Sep 06, 2021 Report

This firm handled my case very poorly. My briother and I had a complex issue regarding the handling of our parents estate overseas. I found the firm's work to be poor quality, very slow in responding and the individual assigned - Naomi Charrington was not very good. She was ill informed and very flaky - often not responding. Would not recommend.

Nelson Ferreira Art Classes Painting & Drawing

Feb 21, 2019 Report

A spectacular team and very good and comfortable premises. I've been teaching the art courses in there since 2015 and I have noticed how educated, punctual, polite and skilled the staff is.

Paul Lamford

Nov 14, 2017 Report

I was very disappointed with the service I received from Macfarlanes. I instructed them, in 2011, on potential recovery of illegal charges from an online exchange, which should have been a simple breach of contract claim, but they preferred to take an "unfair competition" line, which one QC described as "not worth the candle". They also advised my solicitor to adopt this approach, and as a result I lost a potential claim of around 100k.

I have commenced a claim against them for Professional Negligence but they have not complied with the Pre-action Protocol. In addition they did not send all the documents with my file, but withheld a crucial handwritten note.