Sarah Balchin > Stevens & Bolton LLP > Guildford, England > Lawyer Profile

Noted for its strong expertise in the tech sector, Stevens & Bolton LLP is well regarded for providing tax support on a wide variety of transactions, including M&A with equity incentive structures, and exit planning. Practice head Kate Schmit has a strong track record of advising entrepreneurs on equity incentive design and implementation. Sarah Cardew focuses on real estate and construction-related mandates, assisting clients with VAT, stamp duty land tax, the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) and capital allowances. Sarah Balchin regularly advises on the tax aspects of growth capital matters, as well as employee share schemes and shareholder issues. Melanie Shone left the firm in 2023, and John Forde joined from Fladgate LLP in late 2024.