Mike Keirle is a distinguished British corporate solicitor, widely recognized as a co-founder and partner at Moorcrofts LLP, a law firm based in the Thames Valley, United Kingdom. He specializes in corporate and technology law, providing legal counsel to a diverse client base that includes technology companies, venture capital funds, and entrepreneurs.
Career
Mike Keirle's legal career has been primarily dedicated to corporate law, with a particular emphasis on the technology sector. He gained extensive experience in areas such as venture capital investment, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), joint ventures, and general company law.In 1998, Keirle co-founded Moorcrofts LLP. Under his guidance, the firm has grown to become a prominent legal practice known for its expertise in advising on corporate transactions and commercial matters for technology-driven businesses, both domestically and internationally. His practice regularly involves advising on:
- Venture capital and private equity funding rounds, from seed stage to growth capital.
- Company sales, acquisitions, and mergers.
- Corporate governance and compliance.
- Shareholders' agreements and share option schemes.
- Commercial contracts relevant to technology companies.
Keirle is known for his practical, commercially focused approach to legal advice, assisting businesses through various stages of their life cycle, from formation and fundraising to exit strategies.