Matthew Martin

Partner & Global Head of Corporate, Penningtons Manches Cooper

Matthew Martin is a partner and global head of the corporate team at Penningtons Manches Cooper, advising a broad range of mid-market, growth and international businesses on complex corporate and finance transactions. With decades of experience, he specialises in cross-border matters, supporting clients through acquisitions and disposals, fundraisings, AIM listings, and restructuring projects.

Matthew works closely with entrepreneurs, founders and management teams at every stage of the business lifecycle, from early growth through to exit, bringing a highly commercial, solutions-focused approach. His expertise also spans acquisition finance, refinancing and corporate recovery, including accelerated sale processes and asset realisation, often in high-pressure situations where clarity and speed are critical.

He has particular experience across the technology, retail, and fashion and lifestyle sectors, working with a number of well-known brands and scaling businesses. His global perspective is enhanced through his involvement with the firm’s North America and Nordics groups, reflecting a practice that regularly spans multiple jurisdictions.

Matthew has been consistently recognised as a leading adviser, ranked in Legal 500 for M&A transactions (up to £100m), with clients valuing his “invaluable input and advice” and deep understanding of their businesses.

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