At Howes Percival LLP, James Stephen leads the corporate, commercial and banking group from Cambridge, and head of corporate Oliver Pritchard is based in Norwich. Richard Turner is a key name in the practice, alongside complex restructuring and multi-step capital reduction demerger specialist Lizzy Page and M&A adviser Helaina Mann, who is ‘highly intelligent and confident in her communication style’.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Very down-to-earth, pragmatic and efficient. I trust their work and their judgement and they work seamlessly across the team.'
  • ‘Very client-focused on helping reach positive outcomes without being adversarial. Strong skills across all levels with individuals who try to ensure that you fully understand the nuances of any legal position without making matters too technical.'

Key clients

  • Stuart Group Ltd / Stuart Plant Ltd
  • Inspiralis

Work highlights

Advised Horning Pleasurecraft Limited on its acquisition of the business and assets of Broom Boats.

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Leading associates

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Practice head

James Stephen; Oliver Pritchard

Other key lawyers

Richard Turner; Lizzy Page; Helaina Mann