Praised for its ability to go ‘go above and beyond’, and for its ’outstanding industry knowledge’, Brabners LLP advises a diverse roster of clients across the healthcare, technology, logistics, renewables, and not-for-profit sectors. The team is adept at handling the full scope of corporate and commercial matters ranging from M&A and group restructurings to private equity transactions, commercial contracts, e-commerce, and data protection compliance. Co-head Mark Rathbone is noted for advising on funding for private companies, including private equity and business angel investments. Fellow co-head Richard Hough stands out for his expertise in healthcare and complex contractual work, assisting clients with terms of business, outsourcing, distribution, agency, franchising and joint venture agreements. Andrew O’Mahony leads on banking and finance mandates, with a strong focus on private equity and acquisition finance, while Colin Bell advises on IP strategy, tech licensing, and digital compliance. Other notable individuals include: Rupert Gill, who guides corporates and listed entities through M&A deals and restructurings; David Maples, who advises non-profits and social enterprises on governance and regulatory frameworks; John Spofforth handles both UK-based and cross-border corporate matters; managing partner Nik White; dental sector specialist Nicola Lomas; and corporate advisor Victoria Trigwell. Michael Brabner is recommended for his longstanding expertise.
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Testimonials
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‘Cohesive team.'
‘The team have outstanding industry knowledge. Often, the Brabners team will go above and beyond to ensure clients are fully informed of the process. Feedback from clients has always been favourable and highlights the strong support offered by the partners and the wider team.'
‘The team at Brabners LLP really go out of their way to understanding our business and our unique requirements. They do not try to sell a generic product or service that does not add value but instead really focus on specific tailored support that represents value for money and addresses our strategic aims. In my experience over twenty years in this sector, it is unusual to find a legal practice that understands our business requirements and tailors solutions so effectively.’
‘Partners are always available and senior associates are appropriately skilled and briefed to deliver in line with our requirements. The team have flexed levels of support as required which allows us to deliver maximum value with constrained resources.'
'What is important to us is the culture that Brabners has created for their staff and their clients. The culture is one where all are valued and supported to achieve their full potential and where well-being is valued and championed.’
‘Thorough and able to explain complicated concepts and details in easy to understand ways.'
Key clients
- Commonwealth Games Federation
- Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine
- TJ Morris (Home Bargains)
- Pharmacy 2U
- Releaf Group
- Bestway Panacea Group t/a Well Pharmacy
- UKE Home Solutions Limited
- Aspire Scientific Limited
- Infobric Limited
- Peel Ports Group
- Parcel2Go
- Proact International Limited
Work highlights
Assisting the Commonwealth Games Federation in relation to the 2026 and 2030 Commonwealth Games.
Assisting Atlas Copco on multiple transactions.
Acted for Rainham Industrial Services on a sale of the Company to an affiliate of H.I.G. Capital.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Andrew O’Mahony
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Colin Bell
Rupert Gill
David Maples
Mark Rathbone
John Spofforth
Nik White
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Nicola Lomas
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Victoria Trigwell
Practice head
Mark Rathbone, Richard Hough
Other key lawyers
Andrew O’Mahony; Colin Bell; Rupert Gill; David Maples; John Spofforth; Nik White; Nicola Lomas; Victoria Trigwell; Michael Brabner