Private equity deals move fast and demand precision, insight, and strategic focus at every stage.

Whether you’re an investor seeking opportunities or a founder navigating your first funding round, you need legal advisers who understand the pace, pressure, and priorities of the investment landscape.

We act for private equity firms, portfolio companies, management teams, and entrepreneurs, guiding them through complex transactions across the UK and internationally.

From early-stage investment to exit, we provide clear, commercial legal advice designed to maximise value and minimise risk.

Legal advice that unlocks value

We understand what makes a private equity deal attractive and how to structure it for long-term success.

Our team advises on:

• Corporate governance and investor protections
• Due diligence and risk management
• Exit strategies, including secondary sales and IPOs
• Investment term sheets and shareholder agreements
• Management buyouts (MBOs) and buy-ins (MBIs)
• Private equity buyouts and investments
• Venture capital and growth capital funding rounds

We work collaboratively with founders, investors, and advisers to deliver deals that align with commercial goals and safeguard future growth.

Trusted advisers with a global outlook

Private equity is increasingly international. As part of Mackrell International, we support cross-border investments with ease – offering access to trusted local advisers in over 90 countries.

Whether you’re structuring a deal across jurisdictions or investing in a high-growth overseas venture, we ensure the process is seamless, compliant, and strategically aligned.

Why choose Mackrell for private equity investment?

• We advise on UK and international private equity transactions with confidence and clarity.
• We go beyond legal execution to support your long-term success, from deal structuring to exit.
• We understand the goals, risks, and timelines of both sides, ensuring commercially workable outcomes.
• With nearly 200 years of legal experience, our advice is both technically excellent and commercially astute.