Mr Peter Sugden > Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (UK) LLP > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (UK) LLP
107 CHEAPSIDE
LONDON
EC2V 6DN
England

Work Department

Technology Companies Group

Position

Partner

Career

Pete’s practice focuses on advising high-growth technology companies and the investors who support them. Pete’s deep understanding of both the tech sector and the legal landscape makes him extremely well-placed to provide strategic and practical advice to founders, companies and investors on the business-critical matters that high-growth companies face throughout their lifecycle.

On the company side, Pete advises on the full range of corporate transactional and advisory matters including incorporation and structuring matters, venture capital financings, governance, M&A activity and exit events, as well as the day-to-day matters and broader commercial transactions that high-growth companies encounter as they scale.

In addition, Pete regularly represents a wide range of venture funds, growth equity funds and other strategic investors on their investments into high-growth companies and portfolio company-related matters.

Pete has worked in a broad range of sectors and particular experience advising clients operating in the European tech ecosystem. Pete also has extensive private equity experience, particularly in the context of sales of high-growth companies to private equity buyers.

Languages

English

Education

  • Cambridge University, M.A., Law, 2007
  • BPP Law School, L.P.C., 2008

Leisure

Pete is a keen sportsman, with a particular passion for rugby, skiing and sailing.

Lawyer Rankings

London > Corporate and commercial > Venture capital

Counting domestic and international companies from across the AI, fintech, and automotive industries among its key clients, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (UK) LLP showcases vast cross-border capabilities when advising on Series B and C fundraisings. The team has extensive experience acting for private equity funds and major investors in all stages of Series financings, with a specific focus on complex investment transactions. The practice is spearheaded by Chris Grew, an expert in advising high-growth tech companies and investment banks, while Ylan Steiner is highly regarded for his work in secondary disposals and exits. The ‘extraordinary’ Shawn Atkinson specialises in M&A transactions and venture financings, while Jamie Moore consistently represents start-ups and unicorns. Peter Sugden concentrates on corporate governance matters, while both Stephen Tallon and Jason Wu are each noted as key practitioners. The firm also displays in-depth knowledge in the energy, infrastructure, and finance markets, while fielding London-based US-qualified attorneys.