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Acuity Law

Corporate/M&A

UK Guide 2026 : Wales


Acuity Law

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About

Provided by Acuity Law

Whether you are buying, selling, starting, or investing in a company, the structure of the transaction is central to success, particularly at a time of increasing global competitiveness.

Whatever the size or complexity of the transaction, we guide you through all stages of your corporate development, aligning your business strategies and growth ambitions with transactions that minimise risks and maximise returns.

We work with start-ups, high-growth companies, and large corporations to close deals quickly, efficiently, and on the best possible terms. We also work with private equity investors and venture capitalists to build and realise value on exit.

We frequently win awards for our incisive advice and grasp of the commercial drivers behind every transaction, the regulatory context and the pressures our clients face.

We’re also experts in project management, linking with other professional advisers to seamlessly execute complex deals through all stages of a transaction.

Our advice includes:

  • Mergers, acquisitions and disposals
  • Joint ventures and partnering arrangements
  • Management buy-outs and management buy-ins
  • Employee share schemes and enterprise management incentives
  • Business transfers and restructuring
  • Private equity and venture capital investments

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A - Wales

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Acuity Law has a specialised corporate practice which provides integrated support to clients undertaking high-value transactions. It offers expertise across the full gamut of corporate law work, including M&A, banking and finance matters, private equity investments and restructuring mandates. Notably skilled in the healthcare, education and technology sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Acuity advised Facilities by ADF on its acquisition of Autotrak Portable Roadways.

Strengths

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  • They are pragmatic in their approach to resolving problems and great at negotiations.

    Corporate/M&A respondentUK
  • The service from Acuity was excellent. The availability of the lead partners was remarkable, and their ability to turn around documents quickly and effectively was excellent.

    Corporate/M&A respondentUK
  • Acuity has always handled complex matters extremely well.

    Corporate/M&A respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Eminent PractitionersStephen R Berry
    Eminent PractitionersStephen R Berry

    Stephen R Berry

    Stephen Berry is recognised for his market-leading transactional capabilities. He acts for private equity investors and entrepreneurial clients on all corporate and commercial concerns. He is a founding partner of Acuity and currently serves as the law firm's chairman.

    • Stephen is a strong corporate lawyer with a keen sense of understanding what works for business.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUK
    • Stephen is a very strong practitioner with great legal knowledge and client management skills.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUK
    • Stephen gives advice on the highest level of decision-making. We have full confidence in him.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUK

Ranked Individuals at Acuity Law (1)

Wales

Members

Provided by Acuity Law

  • Beverley Jones

    Head of Department

  • Bethan Cooke

  • Jon Lawley

  • Tessa Laws

  • Christian Farrow

    Head of Department

  • James Hardy

  • Rachelle Sellek

  • Simon Wilson

  • Andrew McGlashan

  • Nigel Davis

  • Phil Pugh

  • Natalie Jones

  • Chiara Howfield

  • Madeleine Chapman James

  • Benedetta Cocconi

  • Elle McCook

  • Emma King

  • Ffion Morgan

  • Joe Rogers

  • Joe Smith

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