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11 April 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Penningtons Manches—Seb Orton

Capital markets expert joins as partner

Penningtons Manches LLP has bolstered the corporate team with the appointment of experienced partner Seb Orton.

Seb joins the firm after three years as a partner with Eversheds Sutherland, and previously spent 15 years as a partner at Jones Day. He offers extensive experience in advising companies and financial institutions on a wide range of corporate and commercial issues, including IPOs, reverse takeovers and secondary fundraisings.

Matthew Martin, head of Penningtons Manches’ London corporate practice, said: ‘We’re delighted that Seb has joined us. His capital markets expertise is outstanding and will really push the team forward in this key strategic area, helping us to respond to new opportunities and meet rising client demand. More generally, Seb combines a drive and determination to get the best for clients with sharp instincts and excellent all-round understanding—a superb fit for the corporate team and the firm more widely.’

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