Manchester Legal 500

“The company`s team is extremely efficient, leading to the completion of a large number of transactions each month, while communication with customers always comes first. Their extensive knowledge of legal documentation and their ability to negotiate guarantees, insurance, and indemnities have been proven to protect my interests from less accomplished or intentionally disruptive opposing lawyers. “The team is extremely approachable, responds very quickly to instructions and is adept at proposing pragmatic business solutions to problems and advising on the strict legal situation.” “Partner Louise Dobson has always been exceptional, a very effective communicator and clear responsibilities within her team, where we worked directly with them on the material. Good challenge, seriously done and always explaining the currents of thought and the legal basis. Strong contribution to the best negotiation strategy and approach “Addleshaw Goddard has consistently proactively advised and supported us in a number of areas, including litigation, lease management, transfer of ownership and general legal assistance.” “This is a strong sales team that is familiar with the regional legal market and has the ability to handle large litigation.” “It has been a pleasure to work with the AG Rail team – it was very easy to establish a great remote working relationship, even if you never met in person. First-class legal advice and analysis, provided with a refreshing dose of clarity, openness and good humour.” TLT stands out for its main focus on a number of industries; The company has a proven track record in handling transaction and negotiation mandates in the retail, financial services, leisure and public sector sectors. On the transaction side, Ian Roberts and Elizabeth Delaney are among the most important key contacts. The Company`s offering was strengthened in October 2021 with the arrival of DAC Beachcroft LLP`s General Counsel, Andrew Clare. For commercial work, especially in the fintech space, Stuart Campbell is the name to consider. “Very timely, targeted, collaborative, involves as many people as needed, keeps the team informed at its own expense.

He is the advisor we rely on the most, because he always ensures that our fiduciary roles and the interests of our members are protected. They work with the legal counsel of our sponsoring company. “DLA Piper is a trusted legal partner for businesses and corporations. They are, frankly, a market-leading agency that provides pragmatic and exceptional business support and is able to seamlessly leverage relevant expertise in their cross-functional areas of law. “High-quality commercial legal advice from experienced partners who know what they are doing and work hard to resolve issues in often very demanding deadlines. It`s a very collaborative approach and Brabners works very hard to understand the specific needs of the business and connect them with like-minded partners and lawyers. At Hill Dickinson LLP, corporate mandates are overseen by Ian Gillis, who leads many of the ongoing M&A and private equity deals for which the firm is known. Other practitioners with notable expertise in these areas include Ian Riggs, who is most often taught by family businesses and entrepreneurs; transaction expert David Mkhitarian; and Sean Lightfoot, who was promoted to General Counsel in November 2021. For commercial work, the Group relies on Mark Fitzgibbon, an experienced practitioner widely recognized for his work in the field of public procurement. “Samantha Livesey and Sam Hall showed that they understood us and our point of view very well.

This business acumen, coupled with his legal skills, is highly valued. “Still the strongest IT team in the North West and a major national player. Leading expertise in the application of AI to legal services and the constant delivery of large, complex IT and outsourcing projects. “Tim Cooper has provided dedicated and exceptional specialist legal advice, but he also takes on a business side that is vital to us and our business. It remains our main point of contact and point of contact for Scottish affairs. “Good value for money and transparency regarding the costs associated with the procedures. I have always worked with a good, knowledgeable team that can overcome most legal problems. “It has been a pleasure to work with Ursula Gould. Incredibly sharp and insightful; fantastic mastery of the very complex contracts on which she advises us; able to explain highly complex issues in clear, simple and non-legal terms; always meets the customer`s needs with a smile.” “We worked closely with Yorke Eaton and Polly Bradley and they were very accessible and extremely effective in ensuring we had policies and structures that worked for us and future generations. The key qualities I have identified and appreciated are emotional intelligence, which includes warmth, accessibility, calmness, clarity, and the ability to understand the range of personalities within a family unit.

We expect legal excellence, of course, but the difference that makes the difference is attitude and approach. “Phillip Tunney is an exceptional partner. He has a strong ability to approach situations from the perspective of the clients involved and to provide very useful advice in managing relationships and negotiations outside of legal work. “Shoosmiths provide practical legal advice, but are also attuned to business issues, so their sound legal advice aligns well with business realities.” “I worked closely with Euan Cluness and Peter Smartt of Addleshaw Goddard. Both bring a very commercial approach and in-depth knowledge of the current banking and legal market, which makes collaboration with them very easy. “The CMS Manchester team provides a high quality service that combines strong legal foundations with a keen sense of economy. They are responsive, responsive to clients` needs and provide legal advice to ensure the optimal outcome. “Darren Ormsby has been an exceptional partner to us, providing in-depth advice, availability when needed, and the expertise we need.

Thanks to Darren, DWF has become our preferred legal partner. This provides an easy one-stop shop for business consultants and legal procurement departments to gather information about the companies they want to hire. “The project team works together seamlessly, so there is a continuum of service delivery, from partner to manager to employee. They anticipate client needs, look for ways to reduce client workload, and effectively translate legal “jargon” to help the client understand situations and implications and indicate options. When guidance or opinions are needed, they will offer them without hesitation. “Harold Brako leads with a clear vision. He sees the big picture in one case and therefore thinks several steps in advance. Harold`s approach is always practical and spiced with business ideas. Helen Collinge is extremely hardworking and thorough and cooperative in her approach to solving a case.

Ashlee Simms is always on the ball and focused on getting the job right. We quickly get to the heart of a legal problem and its implications. “Working with Alexandra Jones is fantastic and my first stop for legal planning matters. I appreciate their advice and detailed understanding of planning legislation and its practical implications, as well as a thorough understanding of business realities. “A great depth of knowledge and resources within the team, both locally and nationally. Clear and simple advice with a clear recommendation and opinion at the end of the legal analysis, which is done with a clear business understanding of the wider context in which their advice is provided and the potential business impact. “Ryan Brown will soon be a leading figure in the Manchester legal market himself; Ryan Peter Allen`s support for a transaction is second to none and regularly receives (positive) feedback. Brabner`s LLP has seen significant changes in 2022, with the departure of Sophie Stewart in January and General Counsel Pamela Chesterman of Prosperity Law LLP; She now leads the planning team with process specialist Lachlan Nisbett.