Dorsey & Whitney’s London Corporate team and two of its partners, Kate Francis and Mark Taylor, were ranked by Chambers & Partners for Corporate/M&A in its recently released annual survey, Chambers UK 2025.
Kate Francis, who is also co-head of the Dorsey & Whitney London office, said: “It’s an honour for the London Corporate team to be recognized by Chambers & Partners, as well as myself and Mark individually. These accolades are a credit to the high-quality work of the whole team here in London.”
Dorsey’s London office was elevated to Band 3 in the Corporate/M&A: £10 – 100 million category, marking a rise from Band 4 in 2024. This achievement follows a significant year for the Corporate practice, which included advising listed law firm DWF on its recommended takeover by private equity investor, Inflexion; and advising Manara Minerals on its acquisition of a 10% stake in Vale Base Metals Ltd.
Kate Francis was ranked in Band 1 in Corporate/M&A: £10 – 100 million, up from Band 2 in 2024. She was recognized for her knowledge in domestic and cross-border M&A and “all-around fantastic advice on highly complicated and first-time-ever matters." She was also described as “one of the most experienced and capable practitioners in the market.”
Mark Taylor was ranked in Band 3 in Corporate/M&A: £10 – 100 million. His practice focuses on public and private M&A. Mark was praised for his “excellent level of client service” and his “solutions-focused” approach regarding issues governed by the Takeover Code.
Chambers surveys and interviews clients and lawyers across the globe to determine which firms and attorneys are considered leaders in their field. Rankings assess key qualities in the legal field, including technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, and commitment.