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Corporate Lawyers
Recognised as a top-tier corporate offering our experienced 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 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.
Our team also advises 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 pride ourselves on being more than legal technicians - we’re trusted advisors, sounding boards, and partners in your business journey.
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We assist public and private companies, investors, and entrepreneurs with a wide range of corporate legal services, including:
● 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, 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.
Thinking of selling your business?
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Freya is a Partner and Head of the Corporate team advising clients in relation to a range of company law matters.
" ... and well done to Wright Hassall for expertly steering the takeover deal through to a satisfactory conclusion for all concerned."