Well-regarded for its ability to combine ‘high quality service with excellent technical skills and industry knowledge’, the corporate and commercial team at Hill Dickinson LLP is well-positioned to assist its diverse roster of clients across the logistics, health, charities, manufacturing, and education sectors. Mark Fitzgibbon is particularly noted for his work in the charity and not-for-profit sectors, while Ian Gillis has extensive capital markets expertise, advising companies on IPOs, rights issues, class transactions, and takeovers. James Lonsdale is noted for being ’extremely knowledgeable, pragmatic and solutions orientated’, while David Mkhitarian stands out for his expertise in commercial IP matters.
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Testimonials
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'Really good people, who are highly competent, easy to deal with, always provide quality advice and service. They have a very good understanding of our business and needs and operate as a very effective team with ourselves.’
‘James Lonsdale – Extremely knowledgeable, pragmatic and solutions orientated. Great to work with.
‘The team combines high quality service with excellent technical skills and industry knowledge.'
‘Capable, knowledgeable team that stayed consistent through the 9 months of our deal. Attention to detail and clear concise communication were standout features along with crystal clear advice.’
‘Ian Riggs - laser like focus on the important details, delivery dates and outstanding actions. Firm but fair negotiator.
‘Their deep legal expertise is matched by a genuine commitment to client care, making them not only knowledgeable but also remarkably approachable. The team’s innovative approach - whether it’s through modern billing practices or leveraging the latest technology for case management - ensures that clients receive efficient, transparent, and tailored advice.’
Key clients
- Fox Brothers Holdings Limited
- UHY Hacker Young Manchester LLP
- Xeinadin Group Limited
- Seven Investment Management
- Symatrix Limited
- Bates Farms & Dairy Limited
- JS Accountants & Business Advisors Limited
- Prytania Solutions
- Civic Plus Limited
- Doff Portland
- D2 Global
- Managed IT Services Group Limited
Work highlights
Acting for Symatrix on its sale, an Oracle HCM, Payroll, ERP, SCM and OCI partner, to US enterprise, Applications Software Technology.
Acting for the shareholders of Fox Brothers Holdings Limited on the disposal of the entire issued share capital of Fox Brothers Holdings Limited to private equity firm Stellex Capital Management.
Acquisition of the audit and non-audit business of UHY Hacker Young Manchester LLP by Cooper Parry Group Limited.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
David Mkhitarian, Jonathan Gillow, James Lonsdale, Mark Fitzgibbon
Other key lawyers
Ian Riggs, David Mkhitarian, Sean Lightfoot, Jodie Wootton; Ian Gillis