Greenwoods maintains a strong presence in Peterborough, though the firm has greatly expanded over recent years and increasingly draws in work through its London office. Practice head Stephen Jarvis is mainly based in London, but works throughout the office network as required, frequently calling on the ‘very effective and efficient’ Claire Banks in Peterborough for her in-depth knowledge of the charity and education sectors. The firm has a ’highly professional and diverse team, which provides exceptional insight and guidance’.
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‘As a client of Greenwoods, we have been impressed by their highly professional and diverse team, which provides exceptional insight and guidance for our license agreements with global distributors. Their unique composition enables them to offer solutions that are well-informed and tailored to our specific needs.'
'One of the key strengths of the Greenwoods team is its deep understanding of international markets, paired with a collaborative approach that ensures we are always aligned. Overall, our experience with Greenwood has been outstanding, and we value their dedication to excellence and innovation in supporting our licensing needs.’
‘The individuals we work with at Greenwoods truly stand out due to their exceptional responsiveness and dedication to client service.'
'What makes the team at Greenwoods different is their proactive approach to communication and problem-solving. They don’t just react to issues; they anticipate our needs and offer insightful guidance that helps us navigate complex situations effectively. This forward-thinking mindset has been invaluable to us. We have particularly valued the qualities of professionalism, expertise, and approachability among specific partners and associates. Their ability to break down complex legal concepts into understandable terms has made our collaboration smooth and productive. Overall, the combination of their responsiveness and strong interpersonal skills has made working with Greenwoods a truly positive experience.’
‘The Greenwoods team takes the time to really understand the business, its people and its drivers. They always make themselves readily available and really make the effort to protect the business' best interests.’
‘Stephen Jarvis is very practical in his advice and takes the time and effort to explain the intricacies of legal points to ensure they are fully understood. Stephen really gets to know the business so that his advice is tailored to the real needs of the company. Claire Banks is very effective and efficient in her handling of matters and provides timely and clear advice. Again, you feel that Claire really wants to understand the business to make sure her advice is attuned to the business' needs.’
Key clients
- Wolf Eyewear Limited
Work highlights
Advising Wolf Eyewear Limited with its acquisition of White Optics Limited.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Stephen Jarvis
Other key lawyers
Claire Banks