Corporate

Harrison Drury give clients access to market leading corporate solicitors able to advise across the full breadth of corporate work including mergers and acquisitions, private equity and venture capital, management buy-outs, joint ventures, company formations and reorganisations and shareholder work.

Our Corporate team hold a wealth of experience and expertise and have advised on some of the most significant deals in the North West and further afield. They forge close working relationships with clients, building a deep understanding of client objectives driving transactions, to enable successful completion of transactions to be delivered as efficiently as possible.

The team includes some of the North West’s most respected and leading M&A advisors, many of whom have spent their earlier careers with large city and international firms and have consistently been ranked by leading independent legal directory, Legal 500. Our clients and referrers value the ability to work with a dedicated team, capable of developing close working relationships but with the highest levels of legal expertise and sufficient strength in depth to handle the most complex of transactions.

We can help with:

Corporate Governance

EOT & Employee Incentive Schemes

Group Reorganisations

Mergers and Acquisitions

Private Equity

Whether a business looking for investment, shareholders planning for an exit or a business looking to expand, the Harrison Drury corporate team can work with you to achieve your goals. We provide clear, straightforward and practical legal advice with commerciality at its heart, allowing our clients to focus on running a successful business knowing their legal matters are in safe hands.

We pride ourselves on our culture. We are a friendly, approachable, pro-active and professional team with a desire to help our clients as much as we can. We provide a high quality and personalised service to clients across the UK.

Corporate matters are complex and we take pride in delivering timely results by working collaboratively with all stakeholders, including banks, accountants, financial advisers, other lawyers and business brokers. We find ways to make things as easy as possible for our clients and take an active role in project management. Timely delivery is key.

Our core corporate services include:

Mergers and Acquisitions
Private Equity and Venture Capital
Employee Ownership Trusts and Employee Incentive Schemes
Group Reorganisations
Joint Ventures
Corporate Governance

Solicitor Corporate

t: 0161 521 3838

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Richard Williams-Bulkeley

Solicitor Corporate

t: 0161 250 6604

m: 07741 119528

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Chloe Wishart

Solicitor Corporate

t: 01772 395015

m: 07425254876

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Sophie Holt-Rogers

Trainee Solicitor Corporate

t: 01772 258321

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Jessica Darley

Apprentice Solicitor Corporate

t: 01772 208535

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The team have a strong base of individuals always willing to help, they are responsive and relatable.

Legal 500

For many law can be a complex area but they make clients feel at ease explaining matters clearly and concisely. For the perspective of a professional working with the team, I know they will always be on hand to bounce ideas off for what is feasible offering practical and commercial solutions to a situation.

The corporate and commercial services team at Harrison Drury provide excellent service

The corporate and commercial services team at Harrison Drury provide an excellent, down to earth and easily accessible service which is rare to find. They provide good common sense commercial advice at frankly a fraction of the cost of their competitors.

The team are super efficient

The team are super efficient, I deal with solicitors every day and Harrison Drury go above and beyond, leaving nothing to chance. I have no reservations in recommending them. Clients to whom I have introduced the firm have since gone on to use them on a permanent basis.

Their transparency, responsiveness and legal knowledge sets them apart.

Legal 500

HD offer specialist services.

Legal 500

I felt the company offered a range of specialist services linked to my needs. Where appropriate they met with me face to face, but also kept in regular contact via video call and email. They spoke with patience and care in a language which was both informative, direct and clear, which built trust.

Friendly and responsive team.

Legal 500

The team are extremely responsive, you get to know the whole team so if someone is away you know there will be another friendly face that can assist. They are able to explain matters to clients in a really user-friendly manner, avoiding legal jargon.

The team is extremely approachable.

Legal 500

They explain complicated issues in a user-friendly way for clients. There is a real depth of knowledge within the team. They have a local approach with the support of a much wider team. They have a no-fuss approach while ensuring all legislation is adhered to and all essential matters considered.

The team give excellent support.

Legal 500

They give excellent support, focusing on the client rather than how much they can charge in fees. The different departments communicate very well and is almost seamless.

I would describe the team as both tireless and problem solvers.

Legal 500

They offer an extremely professional and corporate service, whilst being attentive to all involved parties within every transaction I have worked alongside them. I have no hesitation in recommending Harrison Drury to any clients I work with as I know they will be impressed & satisfied. They are unique in the level of attentiveness & communication they provide. They act with the weight of a large national firm, with a personal & very effective service.

Along with not only being incredibly professional, they were also friendly and personable to work with.

From the very first conversation, every member at Harrison Drury has shown themselves to be professional, efficient and an expert in their field. We could not have asked for a more responsive or approachable team to guide us through a land purchase. The team, led by Jack Stephenson, were all committed to keeping us fully updated and dedicated to ensuring that the right decisions were made.

They explain technical legal language so it is easily understood. Very helpful when you are dealing with an issue for the first time.

Legal 500

Harrison Drury are a professional, efficient and brilliant practice.

Legal 500

The perfect company in all respects. I never hesitate in recommending Harrison Drury as they have never given me cause to call them a second time to reiterate. We get weekly updates without needing to request them.

Nick Booth and Kerry Southworth have been fantastic to work with.

Legal 500

They answer any question we have in a manner in which we understand and best suits us. They are both friendly and very easy to approach.

The practice is unique in the sheer dedication applied by the individuals on the ground.

Legal 500

Tireless work ethic and always aiming to work cooperatively and find solutions to issues.

I think the personal touch is exemplary.

Legal 500

Whilst the firm hold high professional standards across the board in all sectors, it is underpinned by a genuine passion for the industry and proactive communication to both clients and agents.

The team’s experience and track record is excellent, accessible and cost-effective.

Legal 500

The team can compete on capability and legal prowess with the best in the business, certainly unrivalled in the local area.

Legal 500

The team were very prompt and efficient in all correspondence with us.

Chambers and Partners

Harrison Drury provide a first-class service and take an extremely competent and personalised approach.

Chambers and Partners

They have exceptional commercial awareness; they know exactly what I need.

With Harrison Drury I know I am in safe hands who will get the job done and have the client’s interests in their mind, as well as the overall deal.

Chambers and Partners

They provide honest, frank and transparent advice.

The partners clearly have a wealth of experience in handling complex matters.

Chambers and Partners

They’re very user-friendly, make themselves available at all times and are very efficient in getting things done.

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Ben Foulds

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