Broadfield Law UK LLP is well-regarded for its expertise in restructuring, transactional, and advisory work, acting for a wide-ranging client base that includes banks, funders, investors, directors, and insolvency practitioners. The practice is led by Stacey Jones, a trusted adviser who regularly handles transactional matters as well as cross-border insolvency, refinancing, and restructuring issues. David Williams and Michelle Mollaghan are also recommended.
Insolvency and corporate recovery in South East
Broadfield Law UK LLP
Responsables de la pratique:
Stacey Jones
Autres avocats clés:
David Williams; Michelle Mollaghan
Les références
‘Broadfield Law are excellent solicitors to work with. They are strategically-minded and always sensitive to the commercial context. They are also exceptionally friendly.’
‘Stacey Jones is a strong member of the insolvency team. She is a truly fantastic partner. She has the strength to deliver unwanted advice and the strategic judgment to navigate difficult situations and guide clients towards a sound strategy. She is a good communicator, and her friendly style makes her genuinely enjoyable to work with.’
‘Michelle Mollaghan is a standout lawyer, excellent at understanding client priorities and motivating her team to progress them. Hugely experienced.’
Principaux clients
Interpath
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Evelyn Partners
FRP Advisory
Alvarez and Marsal
Opus Restructuring and Insolvency
Azets Holdings Limited
RSM
CBW Recovery LLP
Principaux dossiers
- Advised the Joint Trustees in relation to a bankruptcy of a notable Midlands Property Developer with assets of up to £12m and claims of over £25m.
- Advised the board of trustees of a national and well-known charity on restructuring options and contingency planning, and placing the charity into administration.
- Represented a director of a funeral provider in administration in a forthcoming private examination concerning his knowledge of the loss of a company trust fund worth £60m.
Gateley Legal
Gateley Legal is recognised for its strong expertise in financial and operational restructuring, as well as in both transactional and contentious insolvency matters. The team advises a broad spectrum of clients, including banks, private equity firms, debt and other funds, sureties, asset and invoice financiers, insolvency practitioners, corporates, and individuals. The practice is headed by Nicola Kirk, who brings extensive experience across contentious and non-contentious insolvency, restructuring and turnaround mandates, and dispute resolution. Alexander Wood is noted for his focus on corporate recovery and restructuring matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Nicola Kirk
Autres avocats clés:
Alexander Wood
Les références
‘Gateley has a great team in Reading with strong capabilities across the restructuring spectrum.’
‘I particularly like Nicola Kirk for her commercial advice.’
‘I like the Gateley Reading team; nice people, articulate, responsive, and experts in corporate law.’
Principaux clients
Leonard Curtis Limited
FRP Advisory Limited
Quantuma Advisory Limited
PKF Littlejohn Advisory Limited
Interpath Advisory Limited
Azets Holdings Limited
BDO LLP
Ernst & Young LLP
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Cable Capital Partners
Grant Thornton UK LLP
RSM UK Restructuring Advisory LLP
HSBC UK Bank Plc
Metro Bank Plc
Lloyds Banking Group
Secure Trust Bank Plc
Teneo Financial Advisory Limited
Alvarez & Marsal
Kreston Reeves LLP
Herron Fisher
PKF Smith Cooper
Moorfields
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted the Administrators of DC Bars Limited and Tuttons Brasserie Limited with the sale of the business and assets of the business known as Dirty Martini and associated matters in the administration.
- Advised the Administrators of Signature Victoria Mill Limited and Signature Living Residential Limited on various matters, including development of the buildings, property sales, distribution of realisations, court proceedings and associated matters in the administrations.
- Advised E-Nova Healthcare Limited and E-Nova Trading Limited, the proposed and appointed administrators, on their appointment over a group of retail pharmacies.
Isadore Goldman
Isadore Goldman, a boutique insolvency and restructuring firm, stands out for its strength across both contentious and non-contentious matters, including personal insolvency, director disqualification and claims, as well as property, construction, and fraud-related issues. The practice is led by Nick Oliver, who is highly regarded for his expertise in insolvency litigation and complex fraud cases. Nick Keitley is a trusted adviser on a wide range of insolvency and restructuring matters, while Thomas Bond is noted for his strong capabilities in handling recoveries.
Responsables de la pratique:
Nick Oliver
Autres avocats clés:
Nick Keitley; Thomas Bond
Les références
‘The team boasts genuine experts in their field, both in terms of contentious insolvency (Nick Oliver) and transactional insolvency (Nick Keitley), both of whom are highly experienced and arguably the leaders in their respective fields in the region.’
‘Nick Oliver is a great strategist and a master when it comes to systematically building a case against his opponent. Nick Keitley has been the most respected transactional restructuring solicitor in the region for many years, and this reputation is well-deserved. He has a knack for simplifying complex problems.’
‘The strongest specialist insolvency firm in the region. Between them, the team can do anything in this sector – they have the experience, the skills and a vast body of knowledge.’
Principaux clients
Infinity Developments Propco Ltd
Xeinadin Corporate Recovery
Grant Thornton
Forvis Mazars LLP
Purnells
FTS Recovery
Interpath Ltd
Quantuma
CG & Co
FRP
RSM
Azets
Evelyn Partners
Griffins
Principaux dossiers
- Represented the investors of the failed £250m ‘Infinity’ property development scheme in Liverpool in high-profile litigation under the Insolvency Act provisions against the former director and others to recover their investments.
- Represented trustees in bankruptcy at Grant Thornton (London) of a high-profile bankrupt, with creditors in excess of £60m, in an application to suspend a bankrupt’s automatic discharge from bankruptcy and subsequent claims under the Insolvency Act.
- Advised receivers at Interpath (London) on a complex and high-value receivership, in excess of $925m, with cross border issues.
Lester Aldridge LLP
Lester Aldridge LLP is a strong choice for a broad spectrum of non-contentious corporate insolvency matters, regularly acting for insolvency practitioners and distressed corporates. The practice is led by Rebecca Walker, whose expertise spans solvent and distressed restructurings, with a particular focus on the financial services sector. Oliver Fitzpatrick is a key point of contact for lenders, directors, shareholders, creditors, and debtors involved in both corporate and personal insolvency processes. Managing partner Matthew Barrow brings notable experience in secured property lending and the enforcement of security, including the appointment of receivers and administrators.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rebecca Walker
Autres avocats clés:
Oliver Fitzpatrick; Matthew Barrow
Les références
‘A well-established and now bolstered insolvency offering with partner-led solutions and a very capable supporting team.’
‘Dealing with a complex case – keeps on top of it and pushes forward.’
Principaux clients
Azets
BDO LLP
Begbies Traynor
BTG Advisory
Evelyn Partners LLP
FRP Advisory Trading Limited
Interpath Advisory
James Cowper Kreston
Knight Frank
Leonard Curtis Business Solutions Group
Mazars
Menzies LLP
Moorfields Advisory Limited
PKF Littlejohn
Quantuma Advisory Trading Limited
RAW Capital
RSM Restructuring Advisory LLP
Santander Bank plc
TruSolv Recovery
Turpin Baker Armstrong
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted the administrators of Broughton Farming Limited with their appointment as administrators and all matters arising in the administration of the company.
- Assisted The Boat Engine Ltd with its acquisition of Zizoo Boats out of a German insolvency process.
- Assisted the trustees in bankruptcy with identifying and realising several property assets.
Stevens & Bolton LLP
With a strong presence in the retail, hospitality, and leisure sectors, Stevens & Bolton LLP’s team remains active across a wide range of matters, including cross-border insolvencies, members’ voluntary liquidations, bankruptcies, and personal insolvency cases. The practice is led by Tim Carter, who is well regarded for his expertise in insolvency litigation. Matthew Padian is a key adviser to insolvency practitioners, lenders, and individuals, particularly on pre-pack transactions. Lucy Trott is also recommended.
Responsables de la pratique:
Tim Carter
Autres avocats clés:
Matthew Padian; Lucy Trott
Les références
‘A strong team headed up by Tim Carter. Great industry experience and specialist knowledge in insolvency.’
‘Tim Carter is excellent. Great with clients and formidable in a negotiation.’
Principaux clients
Custodian Life Limited
Gama Group Limited
CX Reinsurance Company Limited
Gemco UK Limited
Time Group Holdings Limited
Franklin International Limited
Pureprint Group Limited
Harland Poston Invest Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advised aviation specialist, Gama Aviation, on its last-minute rescue deal to purchase the business.
Birketts LLP
Birketts LLP’s team has extensive expertise in insolvency matters and is well-positioned to advise on antecedent transactions and administrations. The practice represents a notable client base across the construction and shipping sectors. Laurence Weeks leads the team and is highly experienced in managing insolvency disputes. Matthew Weston is well regarded for his work on both contentious and non-contentious applications.
Responsables de la pratique:
Laurence Weeks
Autres avocats clés:
Matthew Weston
Principaux clients
Sanrose Investments Limited
Begbies Traynor
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted Sanrose Investments Limited with the recovery of investment outlay relating to a failed property investment.
- Assisted Begbies Traynor, Administrators of Suregreen Limited, with the sale of the business.
Cripps
Cripps is well-positioned to advise on the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious insolvency matters. In addition to its strength in restructuring, banking and finance, and transactional work, the team regularly acts for corporates, insolvency practitioners, asset-based lenders, invoice financiers, finance companies, banks, directors, and individuals. The practice is led by Joanna Ford, who is highly experienced in both the advisory and litigation aspects of restructuring and insolvency work. William Angas specialises in advising trustees on bankruptcy matters, with a focus on asset recovery and disputes involving beneficial interests. Dawn Shadwell is a key contact for asset-based lenders, providing support on refinancing and restructuring issues.
Responsables de la pratique:
Joanna Ford
Autres avocats clés:
Dawn Shadwell; William Angas
Les références
‘The team at Cripps are a class act, providing a very high quality service in terms of work product and client management. Led by Joanna Ford, they are well resourced and, as a consequence, consistently deliver.’
‘Joanna Ford is exceptional and knows how to achieve results in difficult situations. She is a go-to for complex insolvency disputes and is a delight to work with.’
‘Outstanding experience, fully engaged and client-friendly.’
Principaux clients
Crowe U.K. LLP
Cadogan Estates Limited
RoundShield Partners LLP
FRP Advisory Trading Limited
Investec Capital Solutions
ABN AMRO
Priority Freight
Leonard Curtis
Leumi UK Group Limited
Manolete Partners PLC
Principaux dossiers
- Advised lender RoundShield Partners on an extensive and complex security enforcement exercise relating to a £150m debt.
- Advised FRP Advisory Trading Limited with the high-profile solvent liquidation of W. Chump & Sons Limited, the production company behind the Grand Tour.
- Advised the joint administrators of insurance broker MCE Insurance Limited on cross-border litigation valued at £23m issued against the company by its Gibraltar underwriter.
Irwin Mitchell
Irwin Mitchell’s team has a strong track record of advising on the full life cycle of restructuring and insolvency matters. The team is particularly skilled in managing complex transactions for a broad client base, including corporates, boards of directors, finance executives, and stakeholders. Practice head Andrew Walker frequently acts for major banks and asset-based lenders on restructuring and insolvency matters, with able assistance from Ruvimbo Kandi and Eniko Vella.
Responsables de la pratique:
Andrew Walker
Autres avocats clés:
Ruvimbo Kandi; Eniko Vella
Les références
‘Pragmatic and timely advice.’
‘Focuses on the key issues and understands our world fully.’
Principaux clients
HSBC UK Bank PLC
Lloyds Bank PLC
National Westminster Bank PLC
Begbies Traynor (Central) LLP
FRP Advisory Trading Limited
RSM UK Restructuring Advisory LLP
Forvis Mazars LLP
Kreston Reeves LLP
Menzies LLP
Evelyn Partners LLP
Opus Restructuring LLP
BDO LLP
Quantuma Advisory Ltd
Grant Thornton UK LLP
Close Brothers Invoice Finance PLC
Azets Holdings Limited
Moore Kingston Smith & Partners
Principaux dossiers
- Represented the joint administrators of Emerdata, the holding company of the Cambridge Analytica group of companies, in legal proceedings with its former director and has in turn cross-claimed against him.
- Advised Liquidators on an insolvent company, which provided unregulated services to potential FX investors.
- Advised Menzies as liquidators, focusing on the realisation of assets, pursuing claims against a deceased director to ensure funds from his estate could be included.
Moore Barlow
Moore Barlow has built a strong reputation for its insolvency expertise, with a practice that spans contentious and non-contentious matters, restructurings, and risk advisory work across a range of sectors including the education, property, technology, and financial services industries. Rebecca Chaplin steers the department and her practice focuses on both corporate and personal insolvency. Heather Dobson is also recommended.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rebecca Chaplin
Autres avocats clés:
Heather Dobson
Les références
‘Very friendly, very knowledgeable, commercial.’
‘Heather Dobson – very friendly, very knowledgeable and achieves objectives in a commercial manner.’
‘Moore Barlow LLP’s Insolvency and corporate recovery practice is unique due to its comprehensive approach and dedication to client satisfaction.’
Principaux clients
Alvarez & Marsal
Antony Batty & Co
Approved Recovery
Azets
BABR
Begbies Traynor
Cooper Young
Eddisons
Evelyn Partners
Even Keel
Expedium
FRP Advisory
FTS Recovery
Interpath Advisory
James Cowper
Jeremy Knight & Co
Kirks
Kreston Reeves
Leonard Curtis
Mazars
McTear Williams & Wood
Menzies
Moore Kingston Smith
PKF GM
PWC
Quantuma
RG Insolvency
RSM Restructuring Advisory
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted a liquidator of various companies within the Daniel Johns group, with several complex property issues and court applications.
- Assisted RG Insolvency as administrators of Panache Leasing Ltd with the administration appointment.
- Assisted Meadowbrook Montessori Limited with a winding-up petition being presented against it for allegedly unpaid rent and the forfeiture of the lease, which was found to be unlawful.
Paris Smith LLP
Insolvency practitioners, directors, creditors, lenders, debtors, and other stakeholders regularly turn to Paris Smith LLP for support on significant contentious issues, consensual restructurings and transactional matters. Mike Pavitt leads the group and is highly skilled in advising across contentious and non-contentious work relating to insolvencies and restructurings.
Responsables de la pratique:
Mike Pavitt
Autres avocats clés:
Lucy Andrews
Les références
‘Paris Smith has a very strong regional presence and a reputation for offering a quality service. The insolvency and corporate recovery practice builds on this reputation and can deal with all aspects of insolvency work, from transactions, directors’ advice and litigation. The team is very knowledgeable and able to deal with complex matters.’
‘Mike Pavitt is well known locally as a leading expert in Insolvency law. You have confidence in his depth of knowledge and advice, which is presented professionally and articulately.’
‘Paris Smith is a solid firm which knows and is highly respected in the local market. It is well run, reassuringly traditional and treats its clients with care and respect.’
Principaux clients
Azets
Bailey Ahmad Business Recovery
Beacon LIP Limited t/a FTS Recovery
Begbies Traynor Group PLC
CMB Partners UK Limited
Evelyn Partners (S&W)
Even Keel Solutions
Forvis Mazars
FRP Advisory Trading Limited
Hampshire Trust Bank
Interbay Funding Limited
Indo Technologies Ltd
James Cowper LLP
Leonard Curtis
Manolete Partners PLC
Pythagoras Capital
Quantuma
RSM UK Restructuring Advisory LLP
Trusolv Limited
Vail Williams (LPA Receivers)
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted the Administrators and subsequently Liquidators re realisation of assets of Hodgson Acoustics Company Ltd to explore options and then worked with the board and prospective administrators to negotiate and document a sale of the business assets.
- Advised Whitecrow Research PTE Ltd and Colvill Banks Limited on pre-pack acquisition of business, IPR and other assets of Armstrong Craven Ltd from its administrators, FRP (Manchester).
- Advised Administrators of Nexus Independent Financial Advisers Ltd & Nexus Investment Managers Ltd on the realisation of assets, including high-value furnishings recovered by the Administrators and other assets.
B P Collins LLP
B P Collins LLP is regularly instructed by office-holders, businesses, directors, shareholders, creditors, and individuals on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious insolvency matters. The team also has particular expertise in handling bankruptcy cases. The practice is led by Simon Carroll, who has extensive experience in managing commercial and insolvency-related disputes.
Responsables de la pratique:
Simon Carroll
Les références
‘What makes BP Collins truly unique is their exceptional expertise and the comforting support it provides. The lawyers at BP Collins are incredibly knowledgeable and skilled in various legal areas, which was crucial for my case. They were professional, yet approachable, making me feel at ease and confident throughout the process.’
‘Simon Carroll – Throughout my case, Simon has been my main point of contact at BP Collins LLP. He remained consistently polite, factual, and robust in his approach. His professionalism and ability to communicate complex legal matters made a significant difference in my experience. I am truly grateful for his support and expertise during this challenging time.’
‘BP Collins adds a more personal and human touch to representing you legally. You feel supported, in professional good hands.’
Principaux clients
National House Building Council
Birkett Long LLP
The insolvency team at Birkett Long LLP is well-versed in all aspects of corporate and personal insolvency, advising a diverse range of clients, including insolvency practitioners, companies, and individuals. Described as ‘a veteran star in insolvency’, Kevin Sullivan leads the practice and is highly regarded for his expertise in contentious insolvency matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Kevin Sullivan
Les références
‘The team at Birkett Long are always on hand to assist in providing advice in a timely and professional manner. Tight deadlines are never a problem, and the quality of advice is always excellent.’
‘Always on hand to answer queries and provide advice. They are easily contactable and pleasant to work with.’
‘I have worked with Kevin Sullivan, who produces clarity on each instruction and is always working towards the best outcome for his client.’
Principaux clients
Begbies Traynor (Central) LLP
FRP Advisory Trading Ltd
Moore Kingston Smith & Partners LLP
Larking Gowen LLP
CBW Recovery LLP
Bretts Business Recovery Ltd
AABRS Ltd
McTear, Williams & Wood
DKF Insolvency Ltd
PBC Business Recovery & Insolvency Ltd
AD Business Recovery Ltd
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted the liquidator (from Bretts Business Recovery Ltd) of a company with wrongful trading and misfeasance claims against the sole director totalling c.£500,000.
- Assisted the joint liquidators (from FRP Advisory Trading Ltd) of a company with the recovery of a substantially overdrawn director’s loan account and a misfeasance claim against the sole director, as well as a void dispositions claim against an associated company, totalling in excess of £225,000.
- Represented the administrator (from PBC Business Recovery & Insolvency Ltd) of a company in a preference claim against an associated company.
DMH Stallard LLP
DMH Stallard LLP delivers comprehensive insolvency advice to a wide-ranging client base, including private individuals, banks, and other stakeholders, across both contentious and advisory matters. Practice head Frank Bouette frequently supports administrators, liquidators, and lenders on the purchase and sale of distressed assets, as well as in winding-up proceedings. Oliver Jackson plays a key role in handling claims brought by liquidators and matters involving the removal of trustees in bankruptcy.
Responsables de la pratique:
Frank Bouette
Autres avocats clés:
Oliver Jackson; Michael Lynch
Les références
‘Attentive to the brief and always have someone available to discuss and take actions when required.’
‘Michael Lynch – very aware of potential hazards and willingness to find a solution is his mantra.’
‘Good lawyers with a very commercial approach.’
Principaux clients
FRP Advisory
Quantuma
Firestones Corporate Recovery
NatWest Group
Sancus Lending
Parker Andrews
RSM
Interpath Advisory
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted the administrators of John Florence Limited with the sale of a paediatric orthotic/prosthetics manufacturer.
- Assisted the administrators of The Martlet Group Limited with the sale of its intellectual property.
- Assisted the administrators of Platform Nine Limited with the sale of its business and brand to another well-known trade buyer.
Freeths LLP
Freeths LLP’s practice advises across the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious insolvency matters. The team is jointly led by Oxford-based Caroline Benfield, a key adviser to insolvency practitioners, directors, creditors, and lenders, and Elizabeth Taylor, who brings extensive experience of handling both corporate and personal insolvency matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Caroline Benfield; Elizabeth Taylor
Les références
‘Efficient service. Caroline Benfield and Elizabeth Taylor took on a difficult assignment, handled everything, and made the process smooth.’
‘Caroline Benfield and Elizabeth Taylor are always available and seek solutions.’
‘Freeths has a very well-deserved reputation for expertise in insolvency.’
Principaux clients
FRP Advisory Group Plc
Quantuma Advisory Limited
Mazars LLP
Opus Restructuring LLP
Azets Holdings Limited t/a Azets UK
Fortis Advisory Limited
BRI (UK) Limited
Triad Group Plc
Dawson Group Limited
FRP Advisory Trading Limited
Manolete Partners Plc
MacIntyre Hudson LLP
Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP
Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP advises a distinguished client base spanning the life sciences, education, real estate, entertainment, retail, and regulated energy sectors. The team offers day-to-day guidance across the full range of contentious and non-contentious restructuring and insolvency matters. Practice head Rebecca Andrews-Walker is recognised for her expertise in bankruptcy, corporate insolvency, and rescue strategies. Jonathan Allen and Precious Priscilla Oronsaye are also noted for their contributions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rebecca Andrews-Walker
Autres avocats clés:
Jonathan Allen; Precious Priscilla Oronsaye
Les références
‘I would particularly highlight Jonathan Allen. I would also like to highlight Precious Priscilla Oronsaye for her great work.’
‘The R&I team at Pennington Manches Cooper is led by Rebecca Andrews-Walker, an extremely knowledgeable R&I solicitor. Rebecca is results-driven and thorough. She is focused on achieving an outcome that is the right result for her clients, and with each avenue being explored to achieve that goal. Rebecca is a pleasure to work alongside, being a collaborative individual by nature.’
‘Strong and client focused lead partner in Rebecca Andrews-Walker. Takes great care in dealing with clients and understanding their objectives.’
Blake Morgan LLP
Blake Morgan LLP handles regulatory and insolvency mandates for a wide range of clients, including banks, landlords, investors, and directors of distressed companies. Paul Caldicott heads the team and has built a strong reputation for handling advisory and recovery litigation work for banks, asset-based lenders, and insolvency practitioners. Dan Geddes focuses on contentious insolvency matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Paul Caldicott
Autres avocats clés:
Dan Geddes; Darryn Harris
Les références
‘They are very skilled in restructuring and insolvency matters.’
‘They provide clear and commercial advice. Darryn Harris is very skilled in providing such advice on a timely basis.’
Principaux clients
RSM UK Restructuring and Advisory LLP
Quantuma Advisory Limited
Antony Batty & Co
Macquarie Energy Leasing Limited
Durkan Cahill Limited
Evelyn Partners
Canary Wharf Group
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Rollings Butt as the joint liquidators of STA Travel Group on claims for customer refunds (circa. £14m) and claims to excessive payments under guarantees (circa. £4m).
- Advised RSM UK Restructuring and Advisory LLP as the administrators of a company on its appointment and the sale of the business and assets of the company for circa. £600k.
- Advised Receivers of a Canadian company on the recovery of loans made to Canadian individuals secured over property in England and Wales (circa £1m).
Blandy & Blandy LLP
Blandy & Blandy LLP is regularly instructed by insolvency practitioners, lenders, professional advisers, credit providers, company directors, and other business stakeholders on the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious insolvency, restructuring, bankruptcy, and recovery issues. David Murray heads the practice.
Responsables de la pratique:
David Murray
Principaux clients
BDO LLP
Quantuma LLP
KRE Corporate Recovery LLP
University of Oxford
Boyes Turner
Boyes Turner‘s practice is valued for its expertise in handling contentious insolvency matters for insolvency practitioners. Phillip Baldwin steers the practice and regularly assists clients with insolvency and corporate litigation work.
Responsables de la pratique:
Phillip Baldwin
Principaux clients
Quantuma
Brachers (Part of Lawfront)
Brachers (Part of Lawfront) is well-versed in managing the pre- and post-appointment services to insolvency practitioners and realising assets for insolvent estates. Practice head Michael Oatham regularly assists clients with all kinds of corporate insolvency mandates.
Responsables de la pratique:
Michael Oatham
Autres avocats clés:
Paul Abdey
Les références
‘A good firm with solid insolvency experience.’
‘Paul Abdey is both thorough and highly knowledgeable with real expertise in his area of practice.’
Principaux clients
Forvis Mazars
Interpath Advisory
Grant Thornton
Baker Tilly
BDO
Bretts Business Recovery
CCW Recovery Solutions
MHA MacIntyre Hudson
Kreston Reeves
Azets (previously Wilkins Kennedy)
Quantuma Advisory Limited
Clifton Ingram LLP Solicitors
Clifton Ingram LLP Solicitors‘ practice advises insolvency practitioners and asset-based lenders on all aspects of corporate and personal insolvency. The group also specialises in handling both contentious and non-contentious insolvency mandates. Barry Niven heads the department and is a key contact for insolvency practitioners on asset retrieval for the benefit of companies and bankruptcy estates.
Responsables de la pratique:
Barry Niven
Les références
‘Barry Niven is first-class in service.’
Principaux clients
KRE Corporate Recovery Ltd
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted joint administrators with their appointment as administrators of a not-for-profit entity that operated as a private school.
- Advised administrators on the sale of a manufacturer of health crisps operated from 3 separate factories.
Debenhams Ottaway
Debenhams Ottaway’s insolvency team advises a range of clients, including banks, financial investors, directors and insolvency practitioners. The practice continues to act on insolvency and restructuring matters, including defending director actions and handling distressed creditor actions, formal insolvency procedures, debt advisory work and restructurings. Alexander Neale heads the department and focuses on insolvency work with expertise in handling office holder claims and recovery actions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Alexander Neale
Autres avocats clés:
Juliet Schalker; Robyn Adams
Les références
‘Alexander Neale – technical, supportive and commercial. Robyn Adams – supportive and organised to ensure deadlines are met.’
‘Juliet Schalker is a shining light. Fantastic mentor and role model.’
‘A small but perfectly formed insolvency litigation practice with stand-out capability in the excellent Juliet Schalker and hard-working Alexander Neale. Alexander Neale has a large stable of insolvency practitioner clients.’
Principaux clients
MEP Capital
Sterling Ford Associates Limited
Manolete Partners Plc
Begbies Traynor
Dermal Laboratories Limited and Diomed Developments Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted Dermal Laboratories Limited and Diomed Developments Limited with their c£4m claim against Leumi ABL Limited, an asset-based lender.
Downs Solicitors LLP
Downs Solicitors LLP offers comprehensive support across the full spectrum of insolvency and corporate recovery matters. Practice head Chris Millar is well-versed in advising clients on corporate and personal insolvency matters and has vast experience handling contentious insolvencies.
Responsables de la pratique:
Chris Millar
Autres avocats clés:
Laura Marchington
Les références
‘Downs Solicitors LLP is a lovely firm. They are a perfect fit for many clients – a good size with most civil practice areas covered.’
‘Downs Solicitors LLP attracts a range of work in this area. Laura Marchington is an associate who is developing experience. She is confident and has a friendly yet professional manner around clients.’
‘Christopher Millar and the team are a pleasure to work with, excellent eye for the commercial detail and realities of the case. ‘
Principaux clients
PKF Geoffrey Martin & Co Limited
Begbies Traynor Group
Crowe UK LLP
Bailey Ahmed
WSM Marks Bloom
FRP Advisory Trading Limited
Evelyn Partners LLP
Oury Clark
Menzies Business Recovery
Harrisons Business Recovery
Field Seymour Parkes LLP
Insolvency practitioners turn to Field Seymour Parkes LLP for assistance with administrator and liquidator appointments and pre-packages of businesses in insolvency. Ian Wood-Smith leads the group and is adept at advising funders and directors on corporate insolvencies and restructurings.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ian Wood-Smith
Les références
‘Great team approachable partners.’
‘Genuine people as you would hope for when you need advice.’
‘The team is always on hand to assist when required and provide a consistent, high level of service on all matters.’
Principaux clients
KRE Corporate Recovery Limited
Whistl Group
Principaux dossiers
- Advised a military security solutions company on its purchase of the business and assets of a company in administration, including the assignment of certain intellectual property rights.
- Advised the administrators of a company specialising in the building and design of modular housing on its appointment as administrators through court, sale of business and assets and the surrender of a lease.
- Advised the proposed administrators of a restaurant and café business on its objection to a winding up petition from HMRC, petitioning the court to put the company into administration instead.
SE-Solicitors
SE-Solicitors has significant expertise in handling contentious and non-contentious insolvencies surrounding corporate and personal matters. The team is led by Petra van Dijk, a key contact for national corporates, business owners, private individuals, and insolvency practitioners for various insolvency mandates.
Responsables de la pratique:
Petra van Dijk
Les références
‘A great team with Petra van Dijk at the helm; Petra is a superb lawyer, with an eye for detail and goes the extra mile for clients.’
‘Petra van Dijk is an insolvency specialist, which is a USP for a firm of this size. Her technical knowledge, strategic thinking, and approachable manner make her a real asset to both clients and referrers.’
Tees Law
Tees Law is regularly instructed by insolvency practitioners and directors affected by insolvency issues. David Perry steers the practice and has extensive experience handling insolvency, bankruptcy, and debt recovery matters for various clients, including private individuals, companies and partnerships.
Responsables de la pratique:
David Perry
Autres avocats clés:
Anaciara James-Pittau
Les références
‘The insolvency and corporate recovery team at Tees are fantastic with its breadth of legal knowledge and expertise. They are a go-to firm in the south-east.’
‘Anaciara James-Pittau deserves special mention for her analytical approach and commercial pragmatism. She is a breath of fresh air and someone you want on your team.’
‘For a provincial firm, Tees are serious players in insolvency and handle some heavy-weight work.’
Trethowans LLP
Trethowans LLP regularly acts for insolvency practitioners in the South East on SME restructuring and insolvency assignments. Practice head Melia Hirst specialises in handling both contentious and non-contentious restructuring and insolvency matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Melia Hirst
Les références
‘The team at Trethowans provides an efficient, quality service. They are friendly and approachable and participate in the local insolvency community, demonstrating their expertise.’
‘Melia Hirst is a friendly and knowledgeable person who is always happy to discuss queries. She manages the process of a legal transaction well.’
‘Melia Hirst is a very skilled lawyer and is very willing to chat through thorny problems and works hard to develop good relationships with all stakeholders which makes concluding deals smooth.’
Principaux clients
Quantuma Advisory Limited
FRP Advisory Limited
RSM UK Restructuring Advisory LLP
Leonard Curtis South Coast Limited
Begbies Traynor (Central) LLP
Manolete Partners PLC
James Cowper Kreston LLP
Antony Batty & Co LLP
Evelyn Partners LLP
Forvis Mazars LLP