Lauded for its ‘attention to detail’, the corporate and commercial team at DTM Legal LLP handles corporate restructuring, IP and M&A matters, acting for a mix of banks, wealth management firms and corporates. Leading the practice is Edward Barnes, who stands out for his specialism in domestic and international joint ventures, advising UK owner-managed businesses, large corporates and foreign companies. Philip Whitehurst is noted for his expertise in the private equity and venture capital investment spaces.
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Testimonials
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‘They take the time to ensure they understand the individual situation in front of them rather than applying a generic approach.’
‘Attention to detail and appreciation of the client's wider objectives.’
'Phil Whitehurst is just great. Always available and constantly looking after our best interests. He has a great team around him.'
Key clients
- Evoke Creative Limited
- Esterform Packaging Limited
- Safeguard Europe Limited
- Vast Visibility Limited
- Heap & Partners Limited
- Marine Specialised Technology Limited
- Typhoo Tea Limited
- Karl Vella Group Limited
- Future Moto Limited
- Staffords Limited
Work highlights
- Represented Esterform Packaging Limited on its restructure.
- Acting for Fledglings in relation to its sale to Kids Planet.
- Acting for the shareholders and company in relation to a strategic merger of Musker & Garrett chartered accountants and Williamson & Croft.
Lawyers
Practice head
Edward Barnes
Other key lawyers
Philip Whitehurst