Based in Lincoln, Sills & Betteridge LLP’s client base primarily comprises manufacturing, construction and engineering companies. Practice head James Conduit is skilled at advising on demerger and MBO issues, often acting for shareholders from vehicle companies. Martin Walsh is a key contact for drafting and negotiating leasing agreements and investment paperwork, often working on deals that involve the US. Praised by clients for his ‘efficient, quick and direct yet straightforward approach’, Euan McLaughlin leads on restructuring, management buyout and investment issues.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘They have a great relationship with local professionals which helps when working on complex issues. They deal with challenges quickly and efficiently with openness and clarity.'

  • ‘Euan McLaughlin works very quickly, this helps ensure we don't forget issues or challenges, his direct but informative approach works really well. Euan is flexible and reacts quickly and directly to clients and also the 'other party'.'

Key clients

  • Active8 Managed Technologies Limited
  • Almond Financial Limited

Work highlights

Advised the board of Castlet Limited on the implementation of the Castlet Employee Ownership Trust, placing ownership of the advanced electrical engineering company in the hands of its employees.

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Practice head

James Conduit

Other key lawyers

Martin Walsh; Euan McLaughlin