The usual suspects: Linklaters and Freshfields take roles as Steinhoff gears up for Poundland takeover

Magic Circle duo Linklaters and Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer have scored lead roles on an attempt by South Africa’s Steinhoff to takeover British retailer Poundland.

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