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Restructuring and insolvency lawyers in London & Thames Valley

Every business can experience financial difficulty, whether it be due to changing economic conditions, unforeseen events, simple misjudgement, or even major mismanagement.

Getting the right level of professional advice and support that is both timely and decisive is key for any ownership team when faced with difficult situations – the future of your business depends on it.

Why choose our restructuring and insolvency lawyers?

  • Our business recovery team provides clear, practical advice to insolvency practitioners, business owners, directors and shareholders during complex and challenging times.
  • We build trusted relationships, take a proactive approach, and focus on delivering solutions that work for you.
  • We offer transparent pricing with no hidden fees and the strength of a full-service law firm, delivering tailored legal solutions to meet your business needs.

What services do our restructuring and insolvency lawyers offer?

Our specialist restructuring and insolvency lawyers provide expert guidance. Here are a few of the services we offer to businesses:

Business Advisory

  • Contract management and support
  • Directors’ duties
  • Lending, finance and security

Insolvency Disputes

  • Restructuring and voluntary liquidation
  • Misfeasance and antecedent transactions
  • Recovering company assets
  • Restructuring support

Debt Recovery

  • Early Intervention & Dispute Assessment
  • Pre-Action Resolution & Negotiation
  • Insolvency & Legal Proceedings
  • Judgment Enforcement & Recovery
  • Sector-Focused Expertise

Contact Us

One of the team members would be happy to have a confidential conversation with you to discuss any concerns you may have with your business or to assist with preventative measures.

“Significant experience in handling large-scale restructuring and redundancy programmes. Clarkslegal is ‘technically excellent but commercial’”

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“I worked with Stuart on a matter relating to a mutual client which was suffering financial distressHis calm and pragmatic approach aligned well with my own firm’s values, and he provided huge assistance in guiding the directors through a turbulent time.”

James Hopkirk, Restructuring Director – Kreston Reeves LLP

Clarkslegal  maintains ‘an exceptional balance of expertise and personality‘ in advising large national and international business clients on major projects such as restructurings and TUPE transfers, large redundancy programmes and industrial relations/employee engagement projects. 

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