UK Guide 2026 : North West
Ranked Individuals
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Harrison Drury fields a strong corporate team which acts across the full breadth of corporate work in the region. Its lawyers are able to advise on acquisitions and disposals, as well as private equity transactions, corporate restructures and investments. It undertakes matters from a range of sectors, particularly retail, education and childcare.
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Harrison Drury were engaged by CFS Care in relation to the acquisition of Next Stage 4 Life.
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They're very good to deal with, very sensible and quite commercial, trying to get the deal done in a sensible way.
Harrison Drury really took the time to understand my business, the nature of it and what I was looking to achieve. I believe they put me in a strong and secure position to operate successfully.
Harrison Drury offers experienced, partner led-advice. They have significant experience in a wide range of VC and private equity deals and situations.
They are a sizeable corporate firm who can also provide the personal touch.
What really sets them apart is their practical, business-minded approach. They don’t just give legal advice; they take the time to understand your goals and tailor their guidance accordingly.
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Mark Traynor deals with a wide range of corporate matters, including substantial acquisitions, mergers and investment transactions. He has a particularly strong focus on deals concerning childcare facilities.
Mark is very helpful, knowledgeable and looks after clients.
Mark stands out for his calm, clear-headed approach and deep knowledge of the law. What really sets him apart is his ability to break down complex issues and offer business-focused solutions.
Mark is outstanding, very personable, highly commercial, experienced and trusted, an excellent problem-solver under pressure. He provides outstanding client service.
Richard Life is a partner in Harrison Drury's corporate team. He has notable experience of both sides of private equity-driven transactions in sectors such as social care, financial services and life sciences.
Rick is exceptional, highly experienced in advising on investments into SMEs, solutions-focused, detailed, highly commercial and user-friendly. He offers an exceptional all-round service.
He's very good and one of the best in the field in which I work.
Rick is a fantastic corporate lawyer who delivers clear, honest and straight-talking advice to clients from a range of industries. He and his colleagues are making waves in the market.
Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above
Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above
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