James Sterling
Managing Partner
Distinguished corporate finance solicitor with over 25 years of experience in complex M&A transactions, securities law, and financial regulations. Former General Counsel at Goldman Sachs International.
Professional Background
Cambridge University Law graduate, First Class Honours, with an exceptional track record in corporate finance law. James spent over a decade as General Counsel at Goldman Sachs International, where he oversaw complex financial transactions and regulatory compliance for one of the world's leading investment banks.
His expertise encompasses mergers & acquisitions, securities offerings, corporate governance, and financial regulations across the UK and EU. James has successfully guided FTSE 100 companies through billions of pounds in transactions.
Key Credentials
Areas of Expertise
James brings unparalleled expertise across all facets of corporate finance law
M&A Transactions
Complex mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring
Securities Law
IPOs, private placements, and FCA compliance
Corporate Governance
Board advisory and governance compliance
Banking & Finance
Financial regulations and banking law
Professional Recognition
James Sterling's expertise is recognized by leading legal publications and industry organizations
Chambers UK
Leading Individual
Corporate Finance
Best Lawyers
Lawyer of the Year
M&A Law 2024
Super Lawyers
Top 10 London
Securities Solicitor
Legal 500
Hall of Fame
Corporate Finance
Recent Achievement
Led the legal team for the £9.2 million acquisition of TechnoCore by Global Industries, recognised as "Deal of the Year" by Corporate Finance Magazine 2024.