Helen is a Partner in the Corporate Team based in Sevenoaks.
Helen specialises in M&A and also private equity backed transactions with particular experience navigating the legal and commercial issues that arise in cross-border transactions.
Helen has advised a wide range of clients – from multinational corporates to high growth businesses – on complex deals across multiple jurisdictions.
Prior to joining Birketts, Helen worked at Cripps, international firm Latham & Watkins (London) and Pinsent Masons.
Helen is named as a Next Generation Partner in Legal 500.
Recent work highlights
Acting for US headquartered and private equity owned global aerospace manufacturer Chromalloy on a variety of corporate transactions and commercial issues affecting their UK businesses.
Acting for Registrar Corp, a US company owned by US private equity firm, Paine Schwartz Partners, on its UK businesses and acquisition strategy in the UK.
Advising a US investment backed entity operating in the education sector in the UK on its joint venture arrangements and real estate acquisitions.
Experience & education
Partner at Cripps LLP in 2020
Associate at Latham & Watkins (London) LLP in 2010
Solicitor at Pinsent Masons LLP 2008
Trainee at Pinsent Masons
Nottingham Law School
Cambridge University
Areas of Expertise
Accreditations
Legal 500 [UK 2025]
Next Generation Partner
