Jonathan Morley > Charles Russell Speechlys LLP > Cheltenham, England > Lawyer Profile

Based in Cheltenham, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP‘s corporate practice acts for an enviable roster of clients including those hailing from the aviation, renewables and technology sectors. The firm is well known for its strong offering in M&A, particularly pertaining to the Middle East and Africa. Practice head Richard Norton focuses on corporate finance and banking transactions, with banks, borrowers and international companies among his client base. Jonathan Morley ‘delivers complex legal advice in a clear manner’ and is particularly active within the private equity space. Legal director Edward Robinson has built a niche specialism in corporate transactions involving the sub-Saharan region.

Turned to by both PE firms and portfolio companies, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP is regularly engaged on lower mid-market transactions. The practice is jointly led by David Coates, an active adviser with particular experience in the TMT and retail sectors, and Andrew Clarke, whose broad capabilities span sponsor, management team, and HNWI representation. Rebecca Burford, noted for her focus on management buy-outs and growth capital investments, has most recently advised on deals in the healthcare and logistics sectors. In Cheltenham, Adrian Mayer is especially noted for his Africa-focused work. Cheltenham-based corporate finance partner Jonathan Morley is also recommended.