Headed up by the Birmingham-based Junaid Haroon and Jayne Hussey, Mills & Reeve LLP has in-depth experience in a range of corporate transactions, from sales of issued share capital to cross-border M&A. The food and manufacturing sectors represent key areas of focus, with Hussey regularly advising on long-term purchasing and logistics arrangements. Harron is a corporate finance specialist, often working on private equity investments, while Julian Smith is knowledgeable in disposal projects. Ryan Hawley is labelled as ‘proactive’ and ’responsive’, and Paul Krivosic stands out for his joint venture capabilities.
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Testimonials
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‘One of the main standouts for us was the team's automotive specific experience and expertise. The legal advice provided is tailored, pragmatic and focused on providing a commercial outcome for the business. They take time and effort to get to know a client's business and build lasting relationships adding real value.'
‘Jayne Hussey has been instrumental in transforming our business' legal framework and general terms of business. She has an exceptional understanding of the legal and commercial challenges faced by SMEs in the automotive industry. She has the ability to bring commercial sense to legal issues and provide pragmatic solutions. Her guidance and support have been invaluable in managing various legal and commercial challenges.'
‘Pragmatic and no-nonsense approach to transactions. Do not engage in point scoring which other corporate teams frequently employ to the detriment of the client. Excellent knowledge of the social care sector. Realistic billing.’'Great customer service. They are enthusiastic to understand our business and our technology, and support our growth. ''David Hall is diligent and works hard to establish a strong working relationship. Operated well when we met with customers and suppliers to get a legal agreement over the line. Able to think commercially and pragmatically - assessing when to give up a point or use a point by giving it up to secure a win elsewhere.'
Key clients
- Shane D’Souza (and team)
- Aymes Nutrition Limited
- CPC Foods Limited
- Agrolimen SA
- Chesterton UK Services Limited
- Oprema Limited
- TFC Europe
- Myzone
- Four Seasons
- Titan Cloud
- Spring Ventures
- Centrus Corporate Finance
Work highlights
Assisted Aymes Nutrition on the acquisition and funding of the UK powder blending business of Ornua Nutrition Ingredients headquartered in Staffordshire.
Advised Four Seasons, one of the UK’s largest care home providers, on a major disposal programme, consisting of numerous sales of care homes operated by Four Seasons to various buyers as part of a sale (auction) process.
Negotiated software as a service arrangement with a supplier in China and ensuring Brigade was able to sell its product in multiple jurisdictions in compliance with local law.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Junaid Haroon; Jayne Hussey
Other key lawyers
Julian Smith; Ryan Hawley; Paul Krivosic; Hayley Simonds; Daniel Braithwaite; Simon Orriss; David Hall