Shoosmiths

Shoosmiths is a full-service UK law firm founded in 1845 in Northampton by William Shoosmiths. The firm employs over 1,600 staff, including more than 210 partners, and maintains a national presence in the United Kingdom alongside an office in Brussels and activity across Europe.

Its core practice is mid-market corporate and M&A work. In 2024 the firm advised on more than 370 transactions with an aggregate value exceeding £10.4 billion. Sector experience cited includes music and entertainment (Hipgnosis), construction chemicals (FOSROC), and media and information (Centaur). Beyond transactions, Shoosmiths provides sector-focused legal services intended to combine sector expertise, legal insight and technology.

The firm works in legal technology and has been ranked among the top ten innovative law firms in the UK by the Financial Times, as well as being recognised as one of Europe's most innovative law firms. It describes its approach as focused on 'what matters' for clients.