With expertise in domestic and cross-border M&A, joint ventures, and disposals, as well as reorganisations, asset purchase agreements, and facility agreements, Culbert Ellis‘s corporate and commercial practice is sought after by a growing client roster of businesses from the food and beverages, professional services, and technology sectors. Tony Roberts co-heads the department alongside Justin Ellis and concentrates on international and UK M&A, joint ventures, and shareholders’ agreements. Ellis stands out for his aptitude for investment agreements and M&A. Joe Moulding is another key practitioner for M&A, joint ventures, and investments.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Justin Ellis made what was an incredibly stressful process that little bit easier. He was professional, available, knowledgeable, and personable. Would highly recommend.’

  • ‘Working with Justin Ellis almost felt like a friend was handling the process for us whilst maintaining complete professionalism at all times. He had our backs and ensured we were protected and got the best deal possible.’

  • ‘iLaw are a first class law firm who combine a City of London presence, with a full service oeuvre, but a personal and responsive approach.’

  • ‘The team is always both responsive and has a practical approach to working with us. I feel that they understand our business and its challenges and are empathetic to these.’

  • ‘Justin Ellis really understands our business. We have worked together for about 15 years and I really trust him to provide a useful perspective.’

  • ‘Tony Roberts delivered an exceptional level of service throughout. Tony consistently focused on what really mattered to get the deal done efficiently and effectively. Potential clients should know that Tony brings a rare combination of clarity, pace, and precision to M&A work. He is highly collaborative, working fluidly with our internal team and other stakeholders, and is incredibly adept at spotting potential issues early while offering practical solutions.’

Key clients

  • Theo Paphitis Retail Group
  • Terradace
  • Orka Investments Limited
  • Moth Drinks Limited
  • NetNatives
  • VirtualRetail.io
  • Procurious Limited
  • Cybaverse Limited
  • HA Derma Limited
  • Software Consulting Group
  • aap3 Limited

Practice head

Tony Roberts; Justin Ellis

Other key lawyers

Joe Moulding