Mayer Brown Adds Two to London Capital Markets Practice
Mayer Brown has added Scott Ashton as a partner and Brian Bates as senior counsel to its London-based Capital Markets practice. Both lawyers bring experience in cross-border transactions.
Mayer Brown has strengthened its Capital Markets practice with the addition of Scott Ashton as a partner and Brian Bates as senior counsel. Both lawyers have joined the firm's London office as of September 11, 2026.
Ashton and Bates specialize in cross-border finance transactions, advising on complex international arrangements including acquisitions and public offerings. Their arrival is expected to enhance the firm's capabilities in servicing clients engaged in global financial markets.
The hires reflect Mayer Brown's ongoing strategy to expand its capital markets offerings, particularly in Europe. The firm aims to meet increasing client demand for expertise in navigating intricate, international financing deals.
Both Ashton and Bates bring significant experience from the financial sector, and their appointments are intended to bolster Mayer Brown's capacity to support its international client base from its London hub.