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Field Seymour Parkes

Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above

UK Guide 2026 : Thames Valley


Field Seymour Parkes

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The Corporate team at FSP provides a wide variety of assistance to companies, partnerships, entrepreneurs, investors and individuals. Such assistance can vary from a simple quick sense check on a proposition to the need for more substantial legal advice and when providing such assistance the team always ensures this is done in a cost-effective and commercial way.

The team focuses on building long-standing relationships with clients because having such relationships enables the team to understand a client’s business and priorities, ensuring the team can provide bespoke advice and give the solution which is right for each individual business.

The team has been commended for offering advice “in a very pragmatic and down-to-earth way” and for being “very commercial” and “not interested in point scoring” and this approach is a core part of the FSP corporate team’s ethos.

Our team members have a wealth of experience on all matters which arise through the lifecycle of a business and provide high quality, constructive advice to clients whilst remaining alert to opportunities where they can add value, whether that be through making introductions, sharing developments that may be of interest to a client or otherwise.

Chambers Review

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

Band 2

Band 2


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

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  • 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.

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

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

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Jeremy Parkes
    Band 2Jeremy Parkes

    Jeremy Parkes

    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.

      Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondentUK
    • Jeremy's ability to navigate complex aspects of the transaction with confidence and clarity made a significant difference.

      Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondentUK
  • Band 2Penelope Garden
    Band 2Penelope Garden

    Penelope Garden

    Penelope Garden advises corporate clients on mergers and acquisitions, with experience of domestic and international transactions.
    • Penelope is a very smart and creative lawyer.

      Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondentUK
    • Penelope is a great support with a human touch; she is tough on my behalf and realistic.

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

    Ian Wood-Smith

    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.

      Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondentUK
  • Up and ComingRachael Maunder
    Up and ComingRachael Maunder

    Rachael Maunder

    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.

      Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondentUK
    • Rachael is incredibly knowledgeable and very calm under pressure – a great partner for our business.

      Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above respondentUK
    • Rachael is an excellent corporate lawyer.

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

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