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Regarded as a top tier corporate offering, our team of experienced corporate lawyers have at their core a focus on client engagement and delivery for every transaction.

Our M&A specialism lies in transactions with an equity value of £1million to £50 million acting on sales and purchases by trade, management and private equity.

We also boast unparalleled experience and dedicated expertise in corporate restructuring and reorganisation work, be it tax or company led.

Having a trusted legal partner is essential and our corporate team are dedicated to meeting each client's needs throughout their corporate lifecycle. From initial startup, through investment, financing and corporate governance, to sales, exits and succession planning.

We pride ourselves on providing not only the expected “legals” but giving real assistance to clients during their transactions. Our role is to act as advisors, be it answering legal questions, general musings or to act as trusted sounding boards.

"A ‘tight-knit team which works cohesively together’, Wright Hassall LLP predominantly represents local and London-based players, handling work including cross-border transactions in Germany, Italy, Canada and the US."

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What We Do

We assist public and private companies, investors, and entrepreneurs with:

● Mergers & Acquisitions: Comprehensive M&A support, from due diligence to regulatory issues. Our corporate law team collaborate with sector specialists to provide tailored advice for smooth transactions.

● Start-Ups: Guidance on business structure, finance, branding, and legal agreements. Whether you're a first-time entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, we offer a full suite of services to meet your needs.

● Joint Ventures: Advice on structuring, agreements, and compliance. We help you navigate
the complexities of joint ventures to ensure aligned business goals and smooth operations.

● Partnerships: Formation, agreements, and dispute resolution. We assist in setting up general and limited liability partnerships, tailored to your business sector.

● Private Equity & Venture Capital: Support for transactions throughout your business lifecycle. Our experience covers early growth, buy-ins, buyouts, and exits.

● Restructuring & Demergers: Tailored strategies for business restructuring and compliance. We work closely with you and your advisers to align with your business goals.

● Management Buyouts & Buy-ins: Expertise in navigating MBOs and MBIs. Our lawyers offer bespoke advice to management teams, vendors, private equity firms, and other funders.

"Wright Hassall LLP has a broad corporate and commercial practice with notable strengths in the retail, healthcare and education sectors."

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Why Choose Wright Hassall?

● Proven Track Record: Ranked among the top UK M&A law firms, Wright Hassall has a strong reputation for handling complex transactions efficiently and effectively.

● Client-Focused: Our clients value our responsive, practical, and transparent advice. We build long-term relationships to understand your business deeply and provide personalised legal solutions.

● Comprehensive Services: As a full-service firm, we offer a broad spectrum of legal support, ensuring that all aspects of your business are covered from formation to exit.

Contact Us

For expert business legal advice, contact the corporate lawyers at Wright Hassall today. We're here to help you achieve your commercial and strategic objectives with confidence.