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Hugh James

Corporate/M&A

UK Guide 2026 : Wales


Hugh James

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Our specialist corporate lawyers provide high-quality, commercially-astute legal support to assist businesses like yours in achieving your key objectives.

The corporate team draws on its vast experience in a broad range of sectors, both domestic and international, and works closely with other transactional specialists at Hugh James to provide a seamless premium quality service.

We work hard to ensure we have a thorough understanding of our clients’ business which allows us to be proactive, commercial and innovative.

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Corporate/M&A - Wales

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Hugh James represents an impressive number of significant Welsh institutions, including a broad range of public sector clients and governmental bodies, while also working with local and national business clients on complex, high-value and cross-border transactions. It demonstrates particular expertise in the leisure and hospitality, gaming, media and healthcare sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Hugh James continued to advise 888Africa after assisting in its acquisition of Nairobi-based gaming operator BetLion.

Strengths

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  • The Hugh James team have good technical knowledge and strong commercial acumen.

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  • Hugh James handles complex and sophisticated matters with ease. It has a very experienced group of lawyers to call on, based in all key jurisdictions.

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  • The team provides a reliable, responsive and supportive service.

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  • Hugh James are strongly focused on delivery, with a strong collaborative and entrepreneurial approach to working with clients and building long-term partnerships.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Gerallt Jones
    Band 1Gerallt Jones

    Gerallt Jones

    Gerallt Jones is sought out by corporate clients for his expertise in joint venture partnerships and debt and equity transactions. He heads the firm's M&A and corporate/commercial teams.
    • Gerallt is an excellent practice leader.

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    • Gerallt is easy to work with and understands the detail.

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    • Gerallt leads the corporate team very well and is well respected among his peers, employees and customers.

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    • He is a consummate professional who provides clear, commercial advice to clients and is well respected by them and other professionals alike.

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  • Band 3Greg A Williams
    Band 3Greg A Williams

    Greg A Williams

    Greg Williams is experienced in both domestic and international M&A, alongside investment and private equity work. He has particular specialisms in the healthcare and life sciences sectors.

    • Greg leads a talented team and sets high standards in terms of service and advice provision.

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    • Greg is an excellent corporate lawyer with vast experience.

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  • Associates to watchGemma Davies
    Associates to watchGemma Davies

    Gemma Davies

    Gemma Davies is a senior associate in the corporate team at Hugh James. Her experience spans mergers, acquisitions, and debt and equity investments.

    • She's first class and has the ability to anticipate problems before they arise.

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    • Gemma is very responsive and provides good knowledge and support.

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    • She was really quick to respond and got through work really well. She was really professional.

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