Stephen Berry

Based out of Cardiff but by no means limited to work in the immediate geographical vicinity, Acuity Law provides 'pragmatic and sensible advice' to regional, national and international businesses across a wide range of transactional and commercial contractual matters. Drawing upon an 'innate commercial instinct of when to push and when to keep things in reserve', Christian Farrrow is a popular choice among financial services and energy-based clients, in particular, which are appreciative not only of his 'impressive knowledge of the relevant law and the sector' but also his very effective use of innovative technology to streamline the process. The healthcare sector also remains a fertile source of work for the team, with Beverley Jones, Jon Lawley and Phillip Pugh all regularly engaged in transactions in the space, including advice to care home operators on their M&A activity. Promoted to partner in June 2023, the 'very able' Tom Saunderson is 'totally pragmatic' and continues to gain traction among start-ups, in particular, as they grow their businesses through venture capital funding. Paul Lowe has developed a strong reputation advising on M&A transactions across a range of sectors, including on cross-border matters, and along with firm chair Stephen Berry brings a large measure of institutional knowledge to bear as a result of their many years in private practice. Jones and Farrow co-head the corporate team, while Declan Goodwin  takes the lead on the commercial front.