Fielding a team of specialists in the healthcare, manufacturing, and education fields, Ansons is highly regarded for its advice in complex disposals and M&A transactions. On the commercial side, the practice regularly assists with commercial contract and shareholder agreement issues, with the Sutton Coldfield-based co-head Neil Jones primarily focusing on private equity transactions and joint ventures. From Cannock, fellow co-lead Jamie Gill is knowledgeable on management buyouts and commercial agreements, while Dudley’s Paul Bennett supports companies with investments and capital reduction demergers.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Their service is coordinated across service lines and the team take ownership of client relationships. As fellow SME owners, they empathise with clients rather than just sympathise. You're a valued client of Ansons, not just a number on the fee's ledger.’

  • 'The corporate team, including Neil Jones and Jamie Gill, take personal ownership of and pride in the transactions they work on, and they regularly go toe to toe with much larger firms and more than hold their own.’
  • 'High advice and swift response, which enables all transactions to be completed faster and in most cases without hitches.’

  • ‘Most of our experiences have found all staff from the most senior to the supporting members and even the receptionists to be of high quality.'

  • ‘The individuals we deal with are Jamie Gill and Emma Rowley, both have expert knowledge and have the approach to make things happen.’

  • ‘A regional firm giving advice on a par with what you would expect from a national or international firm. Personal service from the lead solicitor with a team behind them who also get to know you and your requirements. Versatile and adaptable to fit in with how you want to work.’

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Paul Bennett

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