Partner, Corporate & M&A
Jonathan Mercer
Jonathan leads our corporate practice. He has advised on transactions across the UK, Europe and the Middle East, with a particular focus on owner managed and family businesses. Clients describe his style as calm, commercial and thorough.
Specialisms
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Corporate restructuring
- Shareholder disputes
- Joint ventures
Career Timeline
2007
Qualified as a solicitor at a leading City firm.
2013
Promoted to senior associate, leading mid market M&A deals.
2018
Joined Beacon Law as Partner heading the corporate team.
2023
Recognised in Legal 500 for corporate transactions.
Notable Matters
Matter 1
Acted for a UK technology group on a £42m trade sale to a US acquirer.
Matter 2
Advised the management team on a £15m secondary buyout.
Matter 3
Resolved a complex shareholder dispute in a family owned manufacturer.
Clients do not want jargon. They want clear advice that helps them make the right call.
Jonathan Mercer