Our Corporate Tech M&A team has advised Clio, the global leader in cloud-based legal technology, on its strategic acquisition of ShareDo, a cutting-edge adaptive work management platform.

ShareDo, trusted by the world's largest law firms, produces case and matter management software designed to streamline work processes, enhance efficiency, and maximise profitability for mid to large firms. Founded in 2011, it serves many of the world’s top global firms, including dozens of the largest law firms in the UK and a growing base in the United States, Canada, and Australia. It enables firms to fully customise their system to match their unique firm needs, while centralising operations on a unified platform.

Clio is doubling down on its mission to transform the legal experience for all, with a focus on delivering advanced, flexible, and secure technology for large law firms now, and in the future. An established category leader in cloud-based practice management for solo, small, and mid-sized law firms, Clio unlocks new market potential with this acquisition to serve firms of all sizes. The company plans to accelerate ShareDo’s expansion in the UK and priority international markets, including the United States, in the coming year.

The team advising Clio was led by Partner and Head of Tech M&A and Venture Capital (UK) Rebecca Burford, with support from Senior Associate Rory Chatterton, Associates Jessica Waldron and Henry Stride (Corporate), Associate Hannah Barnett (IP), Senior Associate Karin Kiho (Employment), Principal Associate Matt Harris (IT & Commercial), Partner Samantha Holland (W&I), and Partner Kate Featherstone and Associate Natalie Groves (Tax).

Rebecca Burford commented: "This is a major acquisition by Clio that will support the business's continued global expansion, giving it a strong foothold in the UK, and ensure it remains at the forefront of legal technology. Like all industries, law firms are experiencing significant change due to the introduction of new technological platforms and services, and by working together, both Clio and ShareDo will be able to offer its customers a better and more extensive service. We look forward to continuing to support the team at Clio, who are an absolute pleasure to work with."

Niamh Pollak, VP of Legal at Clio, added: We're thrilled about Clio's acquisition of Sharedo and deeply appreciate the exceptional support from the Gowling UK team, who worked tirelessly to ensure a smooth closing. We look forward to building on our partnership with Gowling as we expand our presence in the UK market."

Our M&A team provides legal advice on domestic, international or cross-border deals, working with clients long-term to guide them through the most complex corporate transactions with ease. As an established M&A law firm in the region, our lawyers in the UK have the knowledge and experience to advise on a full range of corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions and disposals, strategic investments and joint ventures. We act across a wide spectrum of transaction size, with particular experience in mid-market M&A.