Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above
UK Guide 2025 : North West
Band 1
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Chambers Review
Addleshaw Goddard maintains a leading corporate department in Manchester, with the ability to handle high-value deals, often with complex international elements. The team has notable experience in private equity and public company matters across a range of industries, including real estate and retail. Its lawyers act for many significant clients on a variety of sophisticated transactions, including mergers, takeovers and IPOs.
Work Highlights
- Addleshaw Goddard advised Cooper Parry on its acquisition of Haines Watts South East.
Strengths
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"Addleshaws are very diligent, they pick up on details, and the advice they give is risk-averse."
"Addleshaws is a great firm. They are expert practitioners in their field and have a great reputation for a reason."
"There are always capable associates to work with the lead partner. They are proactive and client-focused."
"Addleshaws are very diligent, they pick up on details, and the advice they give is risk-averse."
"Addleshaws is a great firm. They are expert practitioners in their field and have a great reputation for a reason."
"There are always capable associates to work with the lead partner. They are proactive and client-focused."
Notable Practitioners
Paul Medlicott is head of the corporate team in Manchester. He is recognised for his extensive experience in private equity, as well as handling M&A.
"Paul is experienced and is a good operator."
"Paul is private equity focused. He is a very capable lawyer."
Roger Hart handles a wide range of corporate transactions, including M&A and IPOs. He acts for an impressive roster of household names, with a particular focus on PLCs, including JD Sports and Currys, having specific expertise in acting for clients from the retail sector.
"Roger Hart is top drawer."
"Roger has good communication skills and a commercial approach, and is very personable."
Andrew Green advises on corporate transactions with an emphasis on private equity investment. He represents a range of clients including private equity houses, management teams and portfolio businesses.
"He is client-focused and hands-on."
George Danczak is an up-and-coming lawyer who works with clients on the full spectrum of transactions, including with private equity houses on their investments.
"George is sensible and hard-working."