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James Lawrence

Partner

Why choose me

I am a Corporate Partner based in Cambridge specialising in equity markets, mergers and acquisitions, and venture, start-up and development capital.

I work particularly in the biotech and technology sectors.

I also advise clients on corporate and banking finance and reconstructions; and employee share option schemes. I am ranked as Leading Individual in the Legal 500 directory (2022).

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I am a Corporate Partner based in Cambridge specialising in equity markets, mergers and acquisitions, and venture, start-up and development capital.

I work particularly in the biotech and technology sectors.

I also advise clients on corporate and banking finance and reconstructions; and employee share option schemes. I am ranked as Leading Individual in the Legal 500 directory (2022).

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Read what my clients say about me

It was a pleasure working with James and Joe on this complex transaction. I relied on James’ experience for guidance on how to resolve certain conflicts in the negotiation process, and I relied on Joe’s minute attention to detail and overall management of the transaction to ensure that nothing was missed.

The communication with both has been smooth and efficient throughout the entire process, and turnaround times were to my highest expectations.

Stjepan Pavlek Posavec CEO, Koios Consulting Ltd

James is always happy to provide advice and guidance, and to handle many queries.

Chambers and Partners – James Lawrence

Awards and endorsements

Legal 500 2025 – Leading Partner

Legal 500 2025 – Leading Partner
Ranked in Chambers 2025

Ranked in Chambers 2025

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