Operating out of Sutton Coldfield, Cannock, and Dudley, the ‘highly professional’ Ansons practice stands out for its expert handling of the sales of shares in management buyouts, alongside advising on all aspects of M&A and complex corporate reorganisations. Labelled as both ’dependable’ and ‘efficient’, Jamie Gill co-heads from Cannock, specialising in assisting with disposals and commercial agreements, whilst Sutton Coldfield-based Neil Jones also co-leads, consistently managing joint ventures and partnership matters. In Dudley, senior consultant Paul Bennett focuses on private equity transactions, and Emma Rowley is knowledgeable on Companies Act compliance issues. Cristine Schneider is also a key figure.
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Testimonials
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‘Jamie Gill, all round good egg. Dependable, knowledgeable and efficient.’
‘They acted for us in the sale of a pharmacy company and their professional help and insight were greatly appreciated during somewhat difficult circumstances.’
‘Director Jamie Gill oversaw and stepped in where necessary. Associate director Emma Rowley gave sound advice and ensured the transaction was completed properly. Both were readily available and dealt with matters promptly.’
‘Two individuals for me - Neil Jones and Emma Rowley. Both have been extremely professional and a pleasure to deal with. I can always reach out to them if any issues crop up on transactions and they will get on to it immediately.’
‘I think what you want from a law firm are people who are knowledgeable, experienced, easy to work with and committed on your behalf. I've had all of this from Ansons.’
‘I worked with Emma Rowley on a number of projects, and she has always been excellent, knowledgeable, pleasant, considered, but on my side. Would definitely recommend.’
‘The Ansons corporate team always come across as highly professional and willing to go that bit further to understand the client's issues.’
‘Neil Jones is a lovely person to work with and understands that the whole team of professionals advising a mutual client need to be kept up to date and that they too have a valuable part to play in any transaction. A true team player.’
Key clients
- FFS Ventures Ltd
- Rethink Management Group Limited
- Metpro Limited
- Attraction World Group Limited
Work highlights
- Advised Metpro Limited and its management team on a £21m investment from BGF and NatWest.
- Advised the shareholders of Addfield Group on the sale of Addfield Group for £6m.
- Advised the seller on the sale of Lifecycle Management Group Limited to Kent Council-backed buyer Commercial Services Group Limited.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Emma Rowley
Practice head
Neil Jones; Jamie Gill
Other key lawyers
Paul Bennett; Emma Rowley; Cristine Schneider