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Our experienced corporate lawyers advise on corporate restructuring and reorganisation, whether tax-driven or company-led, offering tailored solutions to complex legal challenges. From start-up and investment to governance, growth, and exit strategies, we support businesses throughout their corporate lifecycle.
We specialise in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) with an equity value of £1 million to £50 million, acting for trade buyers, management teams, and private equity investors.
Recognised as a top-tier corporate offering our corporate lawyers provide practical, commercially focused advice across the full range of corporate transactions. We work closely with clients to deliver outcomes aligned with their business goals.
We pride ourselves on being more than legal technicians - we’re trusted advisors, sounding boards, and partners in your business journey.
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Our experienced corporate lawyers provide clear, commercially driven advice to start-ups, SMEs, family businesses and corporates, helping you with transactions, growth projects and governance challenges.
Mergers & acquisitions (M&A)
Comprehensive M&A transactions 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.
Why choose Wright Hassall?
● Proven track record: Ranked among the top UK M&A law firms, we have 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 seamless coordination with other practice areas including tax, real estate, employment and intellectual property (IP).
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- Do you act for buyers and sellers in M&A transactions?
- Can you help with restructuring my company?
- At what stage should I engage a corporate lawyer?
- How do you work with clients during a transaction?
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- Do you handle cross-border M&A transactions?
- Can you guide on company governance and director duties?
Robert Lee
Robert has over 20 years’ experience in corporate law, he specialises in mergers and acquisitions, turnarounds, corporate restructuring and joint ventures.
" ... and well done to Wright Hassall for expertly steering the takeover deal through to a satisfactory conclusion for all concerned."