Matthew Johnson
"Matthew guided us through a complex acquisition with precision and foresight. His transactional expertise is second to none."
— CEO Private Equity Firm
Overview
Matthew Johnson is a Partner at Jim Coates Law, where he leads the firm's corporate transactions practice. With extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, Matthew has guided clients through high-value transactions across a wide range of industries in the UK and Europe.
His practice encompasses mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, joint ventures, and corporate governance matters. Matthew represents buyers, sellers, and financial advisors in complex M&A transactions, from initial due diligence through completion and post-completion integration.
Matthew is known for his meticulous attention to deal terms and his ability to anticipate and address potential issues before they become problems. He works closely with clients to structure transactions that achieve their business objectives while protecting against risk.
Prior to joining Jim Coates Law, Matthew practised at a Magic Circle firm, where he developed his expertise in complex cross-border transactions and private equity investments.
Education
University College London
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), 2009
First Class Honours
University of Manchester
Bachelor of Science, 2006
Finance
Admissions
- Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales
- Law Society of England and Wales
- Law Society of Ireland
Recognition
- Chambers UK – Corporate/M&A (2022-2025)
- The Legal 500 UK – Mergers & Acquisitions (2021-2025)
- Who's Who Legal (Europe) – M&A (2020-2025)