The Spencer West LLP team is noted for its industry sector expertise, ranging across the energy, tourism, and hospitality sectors. Sonya Bassett leads the practice, assisting SMEs in Cornwall and the South West as well as handling mandates for large multi-national corporates. Jo Probert focuses on a spectrum of corporate matters from M&A to private equity, Christian Wilson is regarded as an expert regarding employee ownership trusts, while Sonya Bedford regularly handles renewable energy transactions.
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Testimonials
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‘The Spencer West team is exceptional and goes over and above for the client. Whilst undertaking this challenge they worked extremely collaboratively, they were pro-active, attention to detail was exceptional, showing integrity and respect at all times without being afraid to challenge to ensure the best outcome for all involved.’
‘Jo Probert has tremendous attention to detail, is able to identify the key issues and help us with negotiation with the legal representative of the seller in a professional and credible approach.'
‘Very easy to work with, clear and concise communication, experts in their field.’
‘Christian Wilson's industry expertise is outstanding. Christian took the time to understand our requirements. Results were delivered in the timeframe required with meticulous attention to detail.’
‘Brilliant assistance from the first contact. We felt like we were a priority and in the safest of hands. The blend of expert legal advice and a practical deep-rooted understanding of our goals made the entire interaction feel like the right choice from the very beginning.’
Key clients
- Bristol City Council
- Blue Flame (Cornwall) Limited
- Christopher Nixon Limited
- Greenman Environmental Limited
- Lightning Fire Limited
- MArble Products Limited
- Oban International Communications Limited
- British Solar Renewables
- PZ Bistros Ltd
- Technology Minerals Plc
- Bath and West Community Energy Limited
- Kambe Events Limited
Work highlights
Advising owners of the BTTC Infrastructure Group of the U.K. and Canada, on their merger with the international Cumming Group.
Acting for Technology Minerals Plc in the proposed acquisition of the majority shareholding of Recyclus Group Plc.
Acting as Critical Friend for GMCA on a project to decarbonise the boroughs of Manchester.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Sonya Bassett
Other key lawyers
Jo Probert; Christian Wilson; Sonya Bedford