Humphrey & Helfrich advises on a wide range of complex corporate, transactional and regulatory issues, with a particular strength in property and commercial real estate. The practice is led by Matt Kinrade, who specialises in acquisitions, sales and refinancings on both the Isle of Man and on cross-border matters, with particular expertise acting for buyers and sellers in the technology industry. Chris Blackburn assists on an array of matters, leveraging experience in banking and finance to lead on shareholder arrangements and internal restructurings.
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Testimonials
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- 'Our company dealing have been with Matt Kinrade, who appears to take a genuine interest in our business dealings with him. He's in constant touch with us and up to speed with developments and they progress. He comes over as knowledgeable, locally well connected and polite.'
- 'My companies and I personally have used Humphrey & Helfrich for the sale of my company and for several litigation and trust work. I have found them to be extremely efficient and have had no complaints about their professionalism and efficiency.'
- 'Throughout the process, my experience of working with the team has been excellent. They are friendly, approachable, knowledgeable and confident - and worked in a timely and efficient manner, right through to project delivery.'
- 'The individuals I have worked with are approachable, responsive and have adopted a flexible approach to my requests and deadlines.'
- 'We have engaged and worked with Humphrey & Helfrich in a variety of areas. From contractual work to property acquisition to a company sale. The business offers a friendly approach where you are treated in an open, honest and transparent manner. The partners often go above and beyond with extra details for you to consider outside of the scope of the project. Matt Kinrade is particularly good at doing this.'
- 'A well-resourced firm that is responsive and attentive to our needs as a trust and corporate service provider with a varied portfolio of clients generating a wide range of legal demands. Mark Humphrey excels in his knowledge of property law. Matt Kinrade provides excellent service and knowledge of corporate law. Oli Helfrich is an engaging professional in employment law and dispute resolution.'
Key clients
- Chemaf Group Limited
- Aedifica UK Limited
- Affinity Group
- Funfair Holdings Limited
- Boylesports
Work highlights
Provided advice and assistance to the seller shareholders in relation to their $900m disposal of an international mining group.
Lawyers
Next generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Chris Blackburn
Practice head
Matt Kinrade
Other key lawyers
Chris Blackburn; Oliver Helfrich