Advising a range of charities, financial institutions, and investment managers, Shakespeare Martineau LLP is renowned for its corporate offering, spanning from mid-market M&A to management buyouts. Based in Stratford-upon-Avon, team leader Andrew Smith consistently acts for public and private companies in restructurings and debt fundraisings, while Ellis Pugh is experienced in supporting social enterprises and not-for-profit organisations with corporate governance issues. Nikki Sohal is also highlighted for her venture capital work.
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Testimonials
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‘I am currently working on my third transaction with the corporate team. They provide excellent and practical assistance in getting deals over the line.’
‘Good depth of charity experience.’
‘Ellis Pugh was very helpful with preparing documentation.’
‘Great understanding of our business and the people within it. Always willing to help with a wide variety of issues but honest about any limitations.’
‘Andrew Smith - very helpful and responsive.’
'Andrew Smith provides excellent service; I value the personal input he provides and the responsiveness of him and his team.'
Key clients
- Whitworth Bros
- Carr’s Flour Mills
- Viessmann Industries Holdings GmbH
- UK Battery Industrialisation Centre
- Idea Catalyst Partners LLP
- O’Brien Contractors
- South Staffordshire plc
- Trebor Developments LLP
- The University College of Osteopathy
- United St Saviour’s Charity
- Municipal Charities
- Royal Mencap Society
- Response Organisation
Work highlights
Acting for Trebor Developments LLP on the integration of its team and project portfolio into Hillwood Investment Properties.
Acting for The University College of Osteopathy on its merger with Health Sciences University.
Advising a social housing charity in London on the acquisition of an almshouse charity.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Andrew Smith
Other key lawyers
Ellis Pugh; Nikki Sohal