Jonathan Hayes

Solicitor

Jonathan Hayes

Solicitor

Jonathan is a solicitor who provides corporate and commercial advice to a range of clients including start-ups, owner-managed businesses and large corporates operating in a variety of industries.

His practice includes mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, commercial agreements and general company and corporate matters.

He completed his LPC at BPP, achieving a distinction. Prior to this Jonathan completed his BA Law at the University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa, before receiving commendations for the GDL at BPP.

Jonathan Hayes

Solicitor

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04 June 2025
Corporate and M&A

Authorised Corporate Service Providers – what you need to know!

The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA 2023) intends to enhance the transparency of corporate structures with an aim to reduce economic crime.

27 May 2025
Corporate and M&A

Thinking of exiting your business? Part 3

In the third and final episode of our three-part podcast series, join Stuart Mullins and Nicky Goringe Larkin as they discuss the sectors that are currently popular for business exits, as well as those that may have difficulty attracting buyers.

19 May 2025
Corporate and M&A

Thinking of exiting your business? Part 2

In the second instalment of our three-part series, join Stuart Mullins from Clarkslegal and Nicky Goringe Larkin from Succession Planning as they discuss the complexities surrounding business financing, accounting practices, and valuation strategies, along with key insights into private equity.

07 May 2025
Corporate and M&A

Thinking of exiting your business? Part 1

In the first part of this three-part series, we explore why planning your exit strategy early can shape the way you build, grow, and eventually sell your business for maximum value. From mindset to strategy, we unpack how thinking about the end from the beginning can lead to smarter decisions and better outcomes.

06 May 2025
Corporate and M&A

Can a disclosure letter give rise to a misrepresentation claim?

Provided by a seller to a buyer, a disclosure letter is an important element in any business sale or purchase transaction.

11 April 2025
Corporate and M&A

Share Sale – An Exit Strategy

If you’re planning to exit your business and want to sell your company to a third party, you should consider a share sale.

Contact Jonathan

‪+44 118 960 4611 contact@clarkslegal.com