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Cripps

Cripps

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England - South East • Corporate and commercial

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Corporate and commercial: Kent, Surrey, Sussex

Described as ‘knowledgeable, practical, professional and helpful’, Cripps’ handles the full gamut of corporate commercial issues, with a particular focus on M&A. The team’s workload consists of international deals, handling these and collaborating with lawyers from around the globe. The practice is led by Julie Hughes, who has extensive expertise in corporate transactions involving education and childcare institutions. Additionally, Katie Haylock, who is experienced in corporate restructuring, was promoted to partner in May 2024. James Beatton is the firm’s managing partner, Rebecca Glazebrook is skilled at private equity, while Noel Ruddy is well-versed in receivables finance. Sian Webber is noted for her expertise in asset-based lending. Salim Somjee and Helen Garner left the firm in April 2025.
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Testimonials

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  • "The entire Cripps team consistently infuses a project with a blend of professionalism and pragmatism. We have worked with them now on a number of projects, and their rapport with the clients means that there is an immediate level of trust, which makes implementation of the project much smoother, as the client understands the advice being given and trusts the team's judgement."
  • 'The M&A team are very proactive, helping us through the due diligence process with constant advice and guidance throughout. This enabled a smooth completion without any issues and in a far faster time than anticipated. The management of the data room was exceptional, and the third party even commented on how it was the best they had seen'.

Key clients

  • Manutan International SAS
  • Holiday Extras

Work highlights

Advised Manutan International on its £90m acquisition of Findel Education, its largest to date.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

Julie Hughes

Other key lawyers

Rebecca Glazebrook; Noel Ruddy; John Kirkwood; Sian Webber; Beth Barns-Graham; Laura Wilson; Katie Haylock; Meg Harold