Comparative Guide
Private Client
United Kingdom
Piers Master
Labelled as ‘collaborative’ and ’pragmatic’, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP has vast experience in managing all stages of financing rounds, in tandem with spin outs and investments. Based in London, David Coates spearheads the outfit, specialising in acting for entrepreneurs and IT companies, while Hamish Perry primarily focuses on joint ventures and corporate reorganisations. Mark Howard is a corporate transactional expert and Ashwin Pillay is hailed as being ‘very attentive’.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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- ‘A great team to work with at all levels - collaborative, commercial, pragmatic & very responsive, from the partners down to the associates. Willing to spend the time with clients to get stuck in on what matters. Very founder friendly, lots of empathy for the journey.’
- ‘The people are great. Always available. Think outside the box and can be creative with their advice.’
Key clients
- Puma Growth Partners
- Soderberg and Partners
Work highlights
Advised loss adjusting and claims solutions group QuestGates and its senior management in securing an investment from Equistone Partners Europe.
Practice head
David Coates
Other key lawyers
Hamish Perry; Mark Howard; Ashwin Pillay; Nathan Lightman