Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses - West Midlands
Band 2
What the Team is Known For
Higgs has a large practice with experience in all areas of corporate law, from acquisitions to private equity transactions. The firm is particularly knowledgeable about the engineering, manufacturing, technology and healthcare sectors. The group frequently represents shareholders in matters such as MBOs and disposals, as well as company law issues.
Strengths
The department operates on developing a deep relationship, understanding your business and personal needs along with delivering the corporate jargon in a clear, concise and understandable format.
At Higgs there was always someone on hand with any query I had and all questions were answered.
The partner led teams are pulled together efficiently across various workstreams.
Work Highlights
Higgs advised the shareholders of Phoenix HSC on its £30 million+ sale to FTSE listed Wilmington plc.
Notable practitioners
Richard Griffiths offers in-depth expertise to privately owned businesses in a range of matters, including corporate reorganisations and M&A transactions.
He's a good quality lawyer.
His approach is clear, straight forward and practical.
Richard Griffiths is an unbelievable talent and has rounded experience. His advice really is delivered to your personal situation.
Jamie Partington handles a range of transactional and regulatory matters on behalf of management teams and investors. He also advises on disposals, share sales, MBOs and acquisitions.
I can't sing his praises enough.
Jamie's client service and general level of service is very strong. I am very happy with the level of service received.
John Heaton has considerable experience in a wide range of transactional matters. He also demonstrates expertise in private equity investments and acquisitions.
He has excellent knowledge and his advice is delivered in an easy, understandable format.
