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Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above - Thames Valley

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What the Team is Known For

Field Seymour Parkes acts for a range of clients, including local owner-managed businesses, startup companies and large multinational corporations from a wide array of sectors, with expertise advising on transactions arising in the insurance and technology fields. The firm has a strong team of experts advising on corporate transactions, venture capital investments and private equity-backed MBOs, and continued involvement in a number of cross-border deals involving a variety of jurisdictions.

Work Highlights

  • Field Seymour Parkes advised the shareholders on the sale of the entire issued share capital of Horseman Coaches, a local private coach hire operator, to The Coach Travel Group.

Strengths

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FSP demonstrated a deep understanding of business sales and provided clear, commercially focused advice throughout the process. Their attention to detail set them apart.

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Feedback was prompt; any questions I had were answered in a timely manner. They provide excellent value for money and a clear and concise fee structure, and are extremely knowledgeable in my sector.

Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondent
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My experience with FSP is that they are always diligent, firm but fair and pragmatic, in both their advice and their legal negotiations. The team provided exceptional service levels throughout.

Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondent
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I have always found FSP to be very professional. They deliver high-quality work and meet the deadlines that are agreed. They are also fairly priced compared to other firms.

Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondent
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I have always found FSP to be knowledgeable and able to bring that knowledge to bear when required. I've found FSP to be strong in all areas that I've worked with them on.

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Notable Practitioners

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Jeremy Parkes
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Jeremy Parkes
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Band 2

Jeremy Parkes is managing partner of Field Seymour Parkes. He advises on a range of corporate matters including corporate finance transactions and restructurings.

Jeremy was highly professional, knowledgeable and approachable throughout the process.

Jeremy's ability to navigate complex aspects of the transaction with confidence and clarity made a significant difference.

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Penelope Garden
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Penelope Garden
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Band 2
Penelope Garden advises corporate clients on mergers and acquisitions, with experience of domestic and international transactions.

Penelope is a very smart and creative lawyer.

Penelope is a great support with a human touch; she is tough on my behalf and realistic.

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Ian Wood-Smith
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Ian Wood-Smith
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Band 3

Ian Wood-Smith is a highly experienced M&A lawyer in the Reading market. He often advises business owners on corporate finance, M&A deals and corporate restructurings.

Ian's knowledge was outstanding, and he has a unique ability to explain complex matters in everyday language.

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Rachael Maunder
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Up and Coming

Rachael Maunder leads FSP's corporate team. She primarily advises clients and investors on acquisitions and disposals. On top of this, Rachael is involved in the firm's private equity and venture capital team.

Rachael has always given us a high level of service and acts in a friendly professional manner.

Rachael is incredibly knowledgeable and very calm under pressure – a great partner for our business.

Rachael is an excellent corporate lawyer.

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Field Seymour Parkes

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Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above
Jeremy Parkes
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Jeremy Parkes
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Penelope Garden
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Penelope Garden
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Band 2
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Ian Wood-Smith
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Ian Wood-Smith
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Rachael Maunder
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Up and Coming
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