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20 January 2018
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Weightmans—Oliver Harker

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Firm appoints new M&A partner

Weightmans has recruited Oliver Harker as partner in its London office, boosting its transactional capabilities.

Oliver comes to the firm after four and a half years as a partner with Reed Smith, and has previously worked at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer and Sullivan & Cromwell. He is experienced in all manner of transactions, including high-value cross-border M&A deals, joint ventures, and capital markets.

Commenting on his new position, Oliver said: ‘It is great to be at Weightmans – the firm is ambitious, promotes a positive working culture and is driven by solutions for clients. The ethos here very much mirrors my own approach and I look forward to working with the teams here to further develop the firm’s corporate offering both on a national and international scale.’

Head of the corporate practice and London office Tim Lang said: ‘Oliver is an exceptionally talented lawyer with a remarkable track record. His reputation with clients is second to none and he is a great fit for the team - we are delighted to have him on board.’

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