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Adam Orr
Partner at Travers Smith
Adam Orr is a Partner at Travers Smith LLP, a prominent law firm in London, United Kingdom. He specializes in UK and international private equity transactions and corporate M&A.12
Professional Experience
Adam joined Travers Smith as a Partner in July 2015 and has been with the firm for over 8 years.1 He is a key member of the Private Equity & Financial Sponsors Group and serves as the Head of the Management Advisory Group.2
Expertise
Adam's areas of expertise include:
- Pan-European and international private equity transactions
- Corporate M&A
- Advising financial institutions, senior management teams, and founders
- Leveraged buyouts, consortium deals, and various other transaction types
- GP-stake transactions and GP succession planning
He has worked with notable clients such as TA Associates, Leeds Equity Partners, and Deutsche Telekom, advising on significant deals and acquisitions.1
Recognition and Contributions
Adam has received industry recognition for his work:
- Co-authored the fourth edition of "Private Equity: A Transactional Analysis"
- Ranked as a "Next Generation Lawyer" in The Legal 500 UK 2018
- Recognized as a "Highly Regarded Lawyer" for M&A and private equity by IFLR1000 UK, 2019
- Named a Private Equity "Rising Star" by Law.com2
Education
Adam completed his education at the University of Edinburgh, where he obtained:
- LLB (Hons) in Law with First Class honors (1998-2002)
- Diploma in Legal Practice (2002-2003)1
Additional Roles
Beyond his primary role, Adam:
- Regularly speaks at legal education events on M&A and Private Equity topics
- Sits on Travers Smith's Partnership Board2
Adam Orr's extensive experience and expertise in private equity and M&A make him a valuable asset to Travers Smith and a respected figure in the legal industry.