Showcasing a strong track record in high-value acquisitions and sales of issued share capital, The Wilkes Partnership’s ‘commercial approach’ attracts multinational companies and entrepreneurs. Team head Gareth O’Hara is a specialist in the automotive retail sector. Rick Smyth routinely acts for major shareholders in buyouts, while Jeremy Parkin is a commercial contracts expert. Lucy Freeman is experienced in fundraisings and corporate reorganisations. Helen Smart is also recommended.
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Testimonials
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- ‘I’ve used Wilkes for more than 30 years and having built three businesses. They are super efficient, dedicated, and thorough.’
- ‘Wilkes takes a commercial approach to legal documents, rather than a dogmatic legal interpretation.’
Key clients
- Wesleyan Bank Limited
- Johnsons Cars Limited
Work highlights
Advised long standing clients, Weedon Holdings Limited and its subsidiaries (the Weedon Group) on their £9.25 million sale to Zeus Packaging Investments (UK) Limited, a subsidiary of Zeus Packaging.
Practice head
Gareth O’Hara
Other key lawyers
Rick Smyth; Jeremy Parkin; Lucy Freeman; Helen Smart; Kiran Munawar; Matt Hartas