Stewart Sutcliffe

Expert guidance through a complex acquisition process

Our mid-sized tech firm in San Jose recently engaged Stewart Sutcliffe at Stikeman Elliott to advise on our acquisition by a larger private equity-backed competitor. The process was intricate, involving significant due diligence and complex securities law considerations. Stewart’s focused expertise in Mergers and Acquisitions was immediately apparent. He possesses a sharp, pragmatic understanding of the deal mechanics that belies his four years of practice, and his recognition in both M&A and Private Equity Law was well-earned. He translated complex legal jargon into clear business risks and opportunities for our executive team, which was invaluable. The transaction closed smoothly, largely due to his meticulous attention to the documentation and his proactive identification of potential regulatory hurdles. While we were very satisfied with the outcome, there were a few instances where communication lagged slightly during the initial diligence phase, likely due to his caseload. That said, his strategic advice during negotiations was consistently spot-on. I would confidently recommend Stewart to any company navigating a similar corporate transaction in the Bay Area.