Department profile
Clarke Willmott LLP

Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above

UK Guide 2026 : South West


Clarke Willmott LLP

Rankings

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Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above - South West

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Clarke Willmott acts for local and international clients on a range of corporate transactions, including M&A. It has recognised expertise of representing investors and management bodies in private equity and venture capital-backed transactions. The department demonstrates strength across a number of sectors, including the technology, business services and healthcare sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Clarke Willmott was instructed by Asker Healthcare Group AB on the acquisition of Hospital Services Group Limited.

Strengths

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  • Clarke Willmott has very strong partners that remain close to the detail.

    Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondentUK
  • Responsiveness is where the team excelled, there were never any lulls in communication. Reducing stress and pressure throughout the process.

    Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondentUK
  • The team brings exceptional clarity and simplicity to breakdown complex issues. It is skilled at pointing me to the real issues that need attention and reassuring me about 'normal' practice.

    Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Robert Ridd
    Band 2Robert Ridd

    Robert Ridd

    Robert Ridd deals with all aspects of corporate work with a focus on M&A and private equity transactions. He has particular experience of transactions in the sport and retail sectors.

    • Rob is just brilliant to work with. He is straight talking with a no-nonsense approach but friendly, professional and supportive.

      Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondentUK
    • Rob supported us and the level of service he gave was just excellent. I could not recommend him highly enough.

      Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondentUK
  • Band 2Simon P Thomas
    Band 2Simon P Thomas

    Simon P Thomas

    Simon Thomas is the managing director of Clarke Willmott's corporate and commercial division and acts for a wide range of clients, including public companies, entrepreneurs and owner-managed businesses.

    • We would have no hesitation in recommending Simon to other businesses.

      Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondentUK
    • Simon is good and knows what he is doing.

      Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondentUK
  • Band 3Simon Smith
    Band 3Simon Smith

    Simon Smith

    Simon Smith handles a broad range of domestic and cross-border corporate transactions, particularly acquisitions and disposals.
    • Simon provides excellent service and is very approachable.

      Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondentUK

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