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Ed Lane
Senior Associate at Harbottle & Lewis
Ed Lane is a Senior Associate at Harbottle & Lewis, a prominent UK law firm specializing in the technology, media, and entertainment sectors. He joined the firm in January 2019 after training and qualifying at Linklaters LLP, where he spent over five years in the private equity M&A team. His expertise encompasses a wide range of corporate and commercial matters, particularly focusing on mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity, venture capital, and shareholder arrangements.12
Professional Background
- Corporate Expertise: Ed advises founders, businesses, and investors on corporate finance and commercial issues, with significant experience in areas such as:
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Private Equity Buy-outs
- Joint Ventures
- Shareholder and Management Incentive Arrangements
- Industry Focus: He has a particular interest in the creative industries, including film, television, video games, and music.12
- Notable Transactions: Ed has been involved in high-profile deals such as:
- The acquisition of Dreamstage by Driift
- Channel 4 Indie Growth Fund's investment in Studio Crook
- Take-Two Interactive's acquisition of Nordeus for $370 million.1
Recognition
Ed is recognized as a Key Lawyer in the Legal 500 for 2023, noted for his sector expertise and dedication to achieving favorable outcomes for his clients.1 He also actively participates as a mentor and speaker for various industry accelerators and trade bodies like IndieLab and UKIE.2
Education
He completed his legal training at the College of Law, which laid the foundation for his successful career in corporate law.3
For more details about his professional journey and insights into corporate law practices, you can view his LinkedIn profile here.3
