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Ashfords LLP fields a ‘broad range of specialists’ with a ‘high level of technical competence’. The ‘commercially astute’ Simon Rous heads the team, which includes George Wilkinson, who ‘has a commercial awareness few lawyers share’, and David Heard, who offers a ‘breadth of knowledge and a pragmatic approach’. The team advised Ross & Roberts on the £6m sale of its share capital, and acted for Sprue Aegis on a £20m exclusive distribution agreement.

Foot Anstey ‘works effectively to deliver objectives’. The group advised Progressive Digital Media Group on acquiring Canadean’s issued share capital, and represented Viridor Waste Management on buying Pearsons Group. Richard Coombs and James Evans deliver ‘valuable advice’ and ‘turn matters around speedily’, and Duncan Sykes and Helen Wallwork are ‘very personable and steadfast’. Al Goodwin joined from Burges Salmon LLP.

Michelmores LLP has ‘strength in depth’, and two ‘leading lights’ in Stephen Morse and Richard Cobb; the latter joined from Bond Pearce LLP and ‘consistently delivers outstanding results’. The team advised REDS Technology on acquiring two renewable energy companies, and also acted for Swedfund on its equity investment in Mada. It is noted for its ‘increasing amount of national recognition’.

Stephens Scown LLP ‘rates highly even compared to London firms’. It is the corporate adviser for Dragons Den Investments, including advising on a mix of loan, mezzanine and straight equity investments. The team also acted for Biagro Western on a BVI joint venture company to establish an international grouping. The ‘experienced’ Guy Curry ‘has a clear mind’ and the ‘ability to focus on real issues’. James Keliher heads the practice.

Bond Pearce LLP acted for Airsprung on its £2.5m acquisition of Collins & Hayes Furniture Limited, and advised Screwfix on establishing a new trading arm to promote eco-savings to homeowners. The team also represented Elixir Petroleum on its acquisition of the share capital of East Paris Petroleum. Simon Hewes heads the team.

Clients of Eveling Legal & Advisory Limited’s practice head James Eveling include advertising and marketing business Ontrac 360. The team also advises venture capital firms and companies seeking private equity financing.

Follett Stock’s team advised on various asset sales including sales by administrators, and the renewable energy sector has been a notable source of work. Penny Paddle displays an ‘exceptional understanding’ of client needs, coupled with a ‘professional approach and attention to detail’.

Kitsons LLP represented the shareholders during the sale of Westinsure Group, and advised on the disposal of Expolink software business to Innovise. Dominic Hollingsworth heads the three-partner group.

Murrell Ashworth LLP advises on shareholders’ rights, directors’ duties and corporate governance issues, as well as restructurings and funding arrangements. Endless Summer Media is a client. Katie Ashworth and Hugh Murrell are recommended.

Brendan Pang leads the corporate services team at The Stokes Partnership.

Roger Sands at Wolferstans is a ‘good operator’.

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