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Corporate and M&A

Mergers & Acquisitions lawyers in London and Thames Valley

 

Our corporate legal team advises on all aspects of buying and selling businesses, management buy-outs and management buy-ins for deals up to £100m in value.  

Supported by a large, multi-disciplinary, specialist team of lawyers, we undertake a wide range of acquisitions and disposals. Our network of international law firms allows us to regularly work on international transactions. 

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“Very professional, knowledgeable and accessible lawyers.” 

Chambers and Partners

Our comprehensive expertise includes:

Advisory & governance

Company secretarial

Debt & funding

Employee Ownerships

Entrepreneurs and owner managers

Structures and reorganisations

Technology & start-ups

Key contacts
Ashan Arif

PARTNER

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+44 118 960 4651
Stuart Mullins

PARTNER

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+44 118 960 4672

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  • 25 May 2023
  • Corporate and M&A

Management Buyout – Top 5 things to consider

A management buyout is a financial transaction in which a member of the management team purchases the company from its registered owner. MBO’s usually occur in private companies in an effort to enhance profitability and simplify strategies.
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  • 06 April 2023
  • Corporate and M&A

Business Succession and Exit Planning – London Event

This session will cover succession planning and your exit strategy, what this means for SMEs, things you might want to consider and where to get support.
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  • 23 March 2023
  • Corporate and M&A

Top Tips for Franchise Agreements

Franchising is an enduringly popular way to enjoy the benefits of running an established business, particularly in certain sectors such as food and retail.
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  • 07 March 2023
  • Corporate and M&A

Business Succession and Exit Planning

This session will cover succession planning and your exit strategy, what this means for SMEs, things you might want to consider and where to get support.
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  • 14 February 2023
  • Corporate and M&A

Clarkslegal’s corporate team advises the shareholders of Independent Governance Group on sale to LDC

Led by Corporate Partners, Stuart Mullins and Ashan Arif, Clarkslegal’s corporate team advised the exiting shareholders of the Independent Governance Group on their multi-million pound sale to private equity investment firm, LDC.
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  • 13 February 2023
  • Corporate and M&A

Directors: When should you consider creditors’ interests?

Amidst the current economic uncertainty, directors of distressed businesses may find themselves having to balance conflicting interests.
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“We are very pleased with the support and advice received from on the recent acquisition by BMW Group UK.  With clear, concise and timely advice and management, Ashan and his team helped us navigate through some complex arrangements and seamlessly bridged the gap between the legal and commercial issues”

Amit Kotecha, Senior Legal Counsel – BMW Legal Affairs UK & Ireland 

“I was impressed with the speed, turnaround and frequency of communication in my dealings with Clarkslegal’s corporate team led by Stuart Mullins, in concluding my share purchase.” 

Nigel Keene, Managing Director – Whiteknights Estate Agents

“Ashan Arif is central to our working relationship – we have a high degree of trust and confidence in his work. He was interested in our business from the outset, clear about the firm’s capability and focus, and has provided high-value and cost-effective support.”

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