Back to Professionals

Isabella Montgomery

Managing Partner

Isabella Montgomery leads Crestwood Law as Managing Partner, bringing over 22 years of exceptional experience in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and private equity transactions. Her strategic vision and deal-making expertise have positioned the firm at the forefront of complex cross-border transactions.

Isabella Montgomery

Isabella Montgomery

Managing Partner

London, UK
22+ Years Experience

Biography

Isabella Montgomery stands as one of the UK's most accomplished corporate lawyers and business leaders. As Managing Partner of Crestwood Law, she has transformed the firm into a powerhouse of corporate legal services, consistently ranking among the top-tier firms for mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and complex corporate transactions.

Her practice spans the full spectrum of corporate law, with particular expertise in cross-border mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, and corporate governance matters. Victoria has advised on some of the most significant deals in recent UK corporate history, representing both public and private companies, private equity funds, and sovereign wealth funds in transactions valued at over £50 billion collectively.

Isabella's approach to corporate law is characterized by her deep commercial understanding and strategic thinking. She doesn't merely execute transactions; she helps shape them from conception to completion, ensuring that her clients achieve their business objectives while navigating complex regulatory and commercial challenges. Her ability to see the bigger picture while managing intricate legal details has made her a trusted advisor to CEOs, boards of directors, and investment committees.

Beyond her transactional work, Isabella is a recognized thought leader in corporate governance and ESG matters. She has been instrumental in helping companies adapt to evolving regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations around environmental, social, and governance issues. Her insights on the integration of ESG considerations into corporate decision-making are frequently sought by business leaders and policymakers.

As Managing Partner, Isabella has led Crestwood Law through a period of unprecedented growth and expansion. Under her leadership, the firm has opened new offices, expanded its practice areas, and attracted top-tier talent from across the legal industry. Her vision for the firm's future, combined with her commitment to excellence and innovation, continues to drive its success in an increasingly competitive market.

Isabella's commitment to the legal profession extends beyond her practice. She serves on the boards of several legal and business organizations, mentors young lawyers, and is a frequent speaker at international conferences on corporate law and business strategy. Her contributions to the profession have been recognized through numerous awards and honors, cementing her position as one of the UK's leading corporate lawyers.

Areas of Expertise

Mergers & Acquisitions

Private Equity

Corporate Governance

Securities Law

Cross-border Transactions

Joint Ventures

Corporate Restructuring

ESG Compliance

Notable Transactions

TechGlobal plc Acquisition

£2.8B2023

Led the acquisition of UK's largest fintech company by international private equity consortium.

Role: Lead Partner for Buyer

Meridian Energy IPO

£1.5B2022

Advised on one of the year's largest renewable energy IPOs on the London Stock Exchange.

Role: Lead Corporate Counsel

Atlantic Holdings Restructuring

£900M2021

Structured complex corporate reorganization for multinational shipping conglomerate.

Role: Lead Restructuring Advisor

Recent Publications

ESG Integration in M&A Transactions

Corporate Law Review

2023Lead Article

Private Equity in the Post-Brexit Era

International M&A Journal

2022Feature Article

Corporate Governance: Best Practices for Modern Boards

Directors & Boards Quarterly

2021Cover Story

Awards & Recognition

Chambers UK Leading Individual - Corporate/M&A (2019-2024)
Legal 500 Leading Partner - Private Equity (2020-2024)
Financial Times Innovative Lawyer - Corporate (2022)
Women in Law Awards - Corporate Lawyer of the Year (2021)
International Financial Law Review Deal of the Year (2020)

Education & Qualifications

Education

  • • Cambridge University - First Class Honours, Law (1998)
  • • Columbia Law School - Master of Laws (LL.M.) (1999)
  • • Admitted as Solicitor, England & Wales (2000)
  • • New York State Bar (2000)

Professional Memberships

  • • Law Society of England & Wales
  • • International Bar Association
  • • British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association
  • • City of London Law Society

Connect with Isabella

For complex corporate transactions, M&A deals, and strategic legal counsel, Isabella Montgomery provides unmatched expertise and leadership.