
Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above
UK Guide 2026 : South West
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Work Highlights
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Freeths advised Substantial Group Limited on its strategic £1.3 billion merger with another full fibre provider.
Strengths
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The team is knowledgeable, responsive and gives expert advice.
Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above respondentUKThis was a complex and highly charged situation. Freeths were able to calmly navigate the challenges..
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Band 2 
Band 2 
Emily Settle
Emily Settle is the head of the firm's Bristol corporate team. She is known for her work on a wide range of corporate transactions. She has particular experience in strategic M&A, including for public companies.
Emily Settle carries herself well. She has a really good presence about what she does and is very competent at what she does.
Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above respondentUKEmily is excellent.
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