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Sun Capital Acquires UK's Fletchers Law Firm Amid Portfolio Moves

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Sun Capital Partners has finalized its acquisition of UK-based personal injury specialist Fletchers, describing the law firm as a strategic asset in the legal services sector. The private equity firm simultaneously announced a pending sale of portfolio company Anderson Global, expected to conclude by late Q3.

The dual transactions signal active portfolio management by the Boca Raton-based investor. While deal terms remain undisclosed, the Fletchers purchase expands Sun Capital's presence in Britain's £3.4 billion legal services market. The firm previously acquired Leeds-based Winn Group in 2021, building expertise in claimant-side legal representation.

Fletchers' focus on medical negligence and road accident claims complements Sun Capital's existing UK investments. The Anderson Global divestment follows the staffing provider's 2022 acquisition, demonstrating Sun Capital's typical 3-5 year holding period for mid-market companies.

Legal sector consolidation continues attracting private equity, with six UK law firm deals completed in 2023. Regulatory changes allowing non-lawyer ownership have spurred £1.2 billion in legal services M&A since 2020.