Stuart Young

Stuart Young leads the firm's Corporate, Finance and Tax practice and is an M&A lawyer with more than 30 years of experience across a full range of M&A transactions. Stuart's practice covers a broad range of clients and transactions with experience in all forms of manufacturing (especially automotive) and technology. He has extensive experience in acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, minority and control investments, group reorganisations as well as acting as external counsel. He has acted for clients and on transactions around the globe and assists clients outside of the UK with their businesses inside the country.

His advice is commercial and pragmatic, allowing deals to be done quickly and with minimum fuss. Clients appreciate Stuart's commercial approach, which allows them to focus on the most important and valuable issues without getting lost in the detail.

As a member of the Board, he is involved in setting the strategic direction of the firm and driving its priorities. Leading the Corporate, Finance and Tax practice across the UK, Europe and the Middle East, Stuart has a particular focus on the firm's international strategy and played a key role in its expansion in Germany in 2023.

Stuart previously led the firm's Automotive sector team and continues to be immersed in the sector, advising clients on strategic and cross-border transactions.

Stuart was appointed President of World Law Group (WLG) in 2025, following several years as Secretary of the Board. He is also a trustee of SIFA Fireside, a charity dedicated to reducing homelessness.

In his own words

"Ultimately, it’s all about people. Great clients and great lawyers working together in an environment that brings out the best in everyone. I want our firm to be a home for talented lawyers. A place where they’re supported, challenged and able to thrive. When you create that kind of culture, the results speak for themselves: stronger relationships, better advice and real value for clients."