The ‘versatile and practical’ team at Field Seymour Parkes LLP, which is led by Rachael Maunder, advises start-ups and multinationals across the tech, insurance and manufacturing sectors, among others. Managing partner Jeremy Parkes routinely advises on corporate finance transactions and restructurings, while Penelope Garden’s wide range of experience comprises complex M&A, disposals, private equity and venture capital investment. Ian Wood-Smith’s practice covers corporate finance transactions, M&A and joint ventures.
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Testimonials
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‘Very responsive and the partners managed the experts in the respective fields very well.'
‘They always had our best interests at heart. Responded in good time and managed our expectations well.’
‘The team is versatile and practical, and importantly always available, which is critical across time zones.’
‘Penelope Garden is an absolutely outstanding lawyer and person. There is no other lawyer I will go to in the UK.'
- 'Penelope Garden has consistently provided me with top level support and advice, where she is able to be really skilful in negotiation but also be very practical in her approach. I am lucky to have her acting for us.’
‘This practice runs as a team. With one lead solicitor acting on your behalf but knowing that if they are not available someone above or below will pick up your email queries and assist you. I felt confident that they knew my business transaction well.’
Key clients
- BGF
- Euro Car Parts
- Codan Limited
- Honda Motor Europe Limited
- WAKMOOR (Assets) Limited
- Bewley Homes PLC
- Whistl UK Limited
- Mentor Group Limited
- Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG)
- Thames Valley Capital
Work highlights
Acting for the shareholders of Berns Brett Limited on the sale of the Berns Brett group of companies to Jensten Group.
Advised Codan Limited (listed on the Australian stock exchange) on its acquisition of two businesses from NEC Software.
Instructed by the shareholders of NG Logistics Limited on the share sale of Normal Global Logistics to Janssen, backed by Waterland Private Equity.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Rachael Maunder
Other key lawyers
Jeremy Parkes; Penelope Garden; Ian Wood-Smith