About
Andrew B. Harris advises private equity firms, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals on platform acquisitions, bolt-on deals, and exits. From London, he also counsels portfolio companies and management teams on those transactions. He negotiates share purchases, asset purchases, and company disposals. He structures management buyouts, management buy-ins, and incentive plans. He handles joint ventures and buy-and-build plans on domestic and cross-border deals centered on the UK and Europe. Before Vedder, Harris practiced private equity and M&A as a partner at an Am Law 100 firm. He also served as EMEA head of private equity for a global law firm, covering purchases and sales.
Who is a good fit for Andrew B. Harris
- Private equity firms pursuing a new platform deal or a bolt-on acquisition.
- Entrepreneurs selling a company through a share sale or an asset sale.
- Management teams arranging a management buyout or a management buy-in.
- Portfolio companies entering a joint venture in the UK or Europe.
Education and admissions
- Education
- Queens' College, University of Cambridge, M.A.
Recognition
- The Legal 500 UK, Private Equity: Transactions (2017-2019)
- IFLR1000, “Highly Regarded” - Private Equity (UK) (2018-2019); “Leading Lawyer” - Private Equity (UK) (2016-2018)
- Chambers UK, Private Equity: Buyouts (UK-wide) (2011, 2016-2019)
Specialties
Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationAsset purchase agreementsPrivate equity platform and add-on deals
Deal profile
- Typical deal size
- Any deal size
- Remote work
- In-person / regional