LinklatersLinklaters has maintained its place at the top of the global M&A rankings, according to research from Thomson Financial that shows the London firm again ahead of US rivals in the first quarter of 2003.

The UK firm acted on 66 announced deals with a combined value of $62.9bn (£40bn), ahead of nearest rival Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom with 28 deals valued at $41.1bn (£26.1bn).