‘Highly experienced partner-led service delivery. Flexible and commercial. City-quality advice.’

‘Stephen Archibald is an outstanding corporate lawyer, with a wealth of experience across public and private markets. His approach is a personalised one, adapting to the customer’s requirements and preferences, always thinking ahead to the next phase of work on a project.’

‘Jeremy Over is a highly accomplished deal maker. He is exceptional.’

‘Roger Bailey is absolutely brilliant. He’s very knowledgeable and gives huge attention to detail. He is super responsive and extremely pleasant to deal with.’

‘The Moore Barlow team is very reliable. They produce high quality assistance and advice in acquisitions.’

‘They are a great team. They are very knowledgeable and work well together.’

‘David Bright is quick to engage and understands the needs of the client.’

‘The Moore Barlow team are always ready to help, and they understand the commercial reality of doing transactions at speed.’

‘Their ability to translate complex processes and concepts into easily digestible concepts has been integral in completing a number of client projects.’

‘They are personable, reliable, and hard working.’

‘The team provided highly knowledgeable advice in a very timely fashion. They worked through very large numbers of document to meet tight deadlines.’

‘Amanda Brockwell and Jonathon Roy are both excellent and easy to work with. They understand the needs of the clients and are responsive to changes.’

‘The corporate team at Paris Smith handles a wide range of transactions, including asset and share acquisitions, management buyouts, and employee ownership trusts.’

‘The team has provided the highest quality of service, demonstrating excellent technical knowledge and the ability to propose and negotiate practical commercial solutions.’

‘Richard Atcherley and Michael Moore in the corporate team both provide a first-class service on a wide range of transactions. As well as having excellent specialist knowledge, they are also able to provide practical commercial solutions to issues in order to drive transactions forwards to completion.’

‘Amanda Brockwell and Claudia Mihai were exceptionally efficient, and they had the experience to provide advice on all aspects of a complicated transaction.’

‘They are an extremely well established and respected team capable of supporting clients through even the most complex deals.’

‘The team has great strength in depth with several partners having built strong reputations across the local M&A advisory market and a loyal following with clients.’

‘The local Shoosmiths team has deep expertise across a broad range of corporate transactions, particularly deals involving private equity. They are trusted to advise clients through complex M&A processes, providing valuable support and clear guidance.’

‘Lisa Sigalet stands out as lawyer who provides great support to clients throughout the transaction process. She works very well with other deal advisers and builds rapport with counterparties, all of which can be critical in managing complex negotiations through to a successful conclusion.’

‘The Shoosmiths team have the ability to call upon technical experts from a huge range of disciplines such as cryptocurrency, maritime law, litigation, or cross border issues. They will have a member in the team that knows the problem and can advise on how to solve it. This depth of experience is a unique selling point of the firm.’

‘Without fail, Shoosmiths has impressed us. The team has demonstrated their skills and dedication to client outcomes. Their soft skills in managing clients alongside managing processes is a credit to the firm.’

‘The Shoosmiths Hampshire team are extremely reliable, dependable, and well resourced. Whilst the Hampshire team have a regional focus, they truly provide a City service to their clients. Shoosmiths size also enables them to commit time and resources to bring a transaction to a successful completion.’

‘Lisa Sigalet is extremely knowledgeable and is very supported by her team of solicitors. Lisa has great interpersonal skills and manages expectations very well. She’s always a pleasure to work with.’

‘Emma Livesey is an excellent senior solicitor. Her ability to break down and explain very difficult legal concepts is unmatched.’

‘Sean Wright was exceptional to deal with. He found and delivered solutions, and he went the extra mile. Special mention should also go to Laura Austin, who was extremely diligent and timely in her communications. She was a star with coordinating the transaction through the inevitable twists and turns.’

‘Louise Thompson assisted my firm during a key transitional period and provided excellent support and advice.’

‘Louise Thompson is knowledgeable in the transport and data protection sectors. She provides excellent pragmatic service.’

‘A strong team with a good understanding of IT. They are able to bring a pragmatic and truly informed approach to discussions.’

‘Julian Hamblin clearly has a wealth of experience. He has taken the time to build strong relationships with the key stakeholders.’

‘Jon Stickland is one of the brightest lawyers in his field.’

‘Julian Hamblin is excellent in his field of IP and IT.’

‘The attention to detail of the team at Trethowans is second to none. We are constantly impressed with their commitment, care, and commerciality.’

‘Jamie Earley is a highly talented lawyer who punches well above his weight. Nick Gent is fantastic.’

‘They have a sound reading of the market and the law.’

‘Oliver Kelly is clear, confident, and concise.’

‘Leah Houghton is industrious, detailed, and helpful.’

‘The Pitmans team have a very strong ability to meet the client’s needs without over complicating their advice, which is very practical and commercial.’

‘Oliver Kelly is a standout lawyer in the South. He has a very affable and commercial approach with clients and advisers. This is backed up with his exceptional technical capability.’

‘They are an excellent local practice with a good understanding of the client’s requirements.’

‘Jack Gardener heads up an experienced, commercial, and practical team. They are very good at simplifying the legal process and focusing on the pertinent commercial points.’

‘Jacqueline Drury is incredibly knowledgeable. She is thorough in her approach, and I take a lot of confidence from having her support.’

‘The team at Phillips excels by offering a very proactive service when buying and selling businesses. They deliver what is required and think outside the box.’

‘Jacqueline Drury is very good at explaining complex issues and providing the right amount of advice in order to make reasoned and considered decision.’

‘An excellent team. They are organised and friendly. We always received swift responses from there staff members.’

‘Jack Gardener is excellent. He’s very approachable and always responds promptly.’

‘Phillips offer a one-stop shop. They are very engaging and flexible. They respond very quickly.’