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Moore Barlow LLP

Restructuring/Insolvency

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Moore Barlow LLP

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At Moore Barlow, our dedicated Insolvency & Restructuring team brings together a unique blend of technical expertise, commercial insight and practical support. We’ve grown to become the largest and most diverse specialist Insolvency & Restructuring practice in our region, advising insolvency practitioners, directors, lenders, landlords, creditors and individuals facing financial challenges.

What sets us apart is our ability to deliver both contentious and non-contentious work at a consistently high level. Our team includes Heather Dobson, one of the UK’s few dual-qualified lawyers and licensed insolvency practitioners.

We build strong, lasting relationships by acting as an extension of our clients’ teams, offering clear, responsive and pragmatic advice that helps them navigate difficult situations with confidence. We are true experts in the field and have extensive experience of dealing with complex corporate insolvency matters for a broad spectrum of businesses.

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Restructuring/Insolvency - The South

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Moore Barlow acts for insolvency practitioners on a full range of matters, with regular work on contentious issues. The firm also works with individuals and companies to defend claims brought by administrators and liquidators. It has additional experience advising on refinancing and acquisitions out of administration. The team is further noted for expertise in receiverships and IVAs.
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Work Highlights

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  • Moore Barlow advised RG Insolvency, as administrators of Panache Leasing, on various matters arising during the administration of the vehicle hire business.

Strengths

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  • They deliver comprehensive and robust guidance in a timely manner and have a very dynamic team able to deal with high-pressure scenarios.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Heather Dobson
    Heather Dobson

    Heather Dobson

    Heather Dobson leads the insolvency and restructuring team in Southampton. She is held in high esteem for her restructuring and insolvency practice, advising debtors, creditors and administrators on sales of business and assets and on debt recovery matters. She also has experience handling fraud issues.

    • Heather is a fantastic solicitor and gives very helpful advice.

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  • Rebecca Chaplin
    Rebecca Chaplin

    Rebecca Chaplin

    Rebecca Chaplin has notable expertise in advising company directors and insolvency practitioners on a range of insolvency matters. She is highlighted for her adept handling of litigation.

    • Rebecca is very personable; she has a really friendly style that makes her easy to work with.

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  • Chris Parsons
    Chris Parsons

    Chris Parsons

    Chris Parsons is an associate solicitor within the corporate restructuring and insolvency team. He acts on a wide range of matters including bankruptcy, claims against directors, and both personal and corporate insolvency.
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