Matthew Layton has over 30 years' experience at Clifford Chance and was the firm's Managing Partner between 2014 and 2022.
Matthew's practice specialises in domestic and cross-border public and private M&A, with a particular focus on private equity transactions, as well as aspects of corporate finance work.
Contact details
- Clifford Chance, London
- +442070061229
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Career and qualifications
- Leeds University (LL.B) 1982
- Joined Clifford Chance 1983
- Admitted as a solicitor in England & Wales 1986
- Partner since 1991
- Global Head of Corporate Practice 2008
- Managing Partner 2014-2022
Awards and citations
- Excellence in Leadership at the British Legal Awards 2020
- Ranked as a Top 50 Ally Executive in the 2016 OUTstanding List, presented by the Financial Times