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Warners Solicitors

Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses

UK Guide 2026 : The South


Warners Solicitors

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About

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Warners' Corporate team provides a comprehensive range of legal services tailored to meet the requirements of a broad range of businesses, all of which require a high standard of legal support.

If a corporate law matter involves an international or cross-border element, we work closely with local counsel to assist where necessary and, particularly, through our network of international lawyers, Alliance of Business Lawyers, we can procure the best contacts and expertise.

Specialisms include:

  • Mergers & acquisitions
  • Business structures
  • Corporate law
  • Technology, media & telecommunications
  • Share incentive plans
  • Joint Ventures
  • Management buy-outs/buy-ins
  • Private equity investment for owner-managed businesses
  • Asset sales and purchases
  • Shareholder agreements

Industries (12)

  • Charities / Not for Profit
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Construction & Materials
  • Financial Services
  • Media
  • Private Clients / Individuals
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Real Estate
  • Software & Computer Services
  • Sports
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Telecommunications

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Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses - The South

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Warners Solicitors regularly advises clients in the technology and media sectors on transactions, and has solid credentials in handling corporate law matters arising in the agricultural sector. The team is held in particularly high esteem for its representation of owner- and family-managed businesses and SMEs across the region.

Work Highlights

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  • Warners Solicitors advised DNA Vetcare on its acquisition of the entire issued share capital of Registry Surgery.

Strengths

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  • Warners Solicitors stood out for their calm, considered approach and their ability to simplify what could have been a highly stressful situation.

    Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses respondentUK
  • Warners Solicitors gave clear and unambiguous advice. They take a risk-based approach that gives rise to pragmatic solutions.

    Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses respondentUK
  • The team was highly efficient, incredibly knowledgeable and supportive. They kept me informed every step of the way.

    Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses respondentUK
  • The team demonstrated not only strong legal expertise but also genuine commercial awareness, balancing the legal details with the bigger picture. Their communication was clear and consistent.

    Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses respondentUK
  • The firm was very commercial in their approach and managed to navigate through the conflicting requirements of numerous unaligned parties. The touch was very personal yet pragmatic and professional.

    Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Andrew Hawkins
    Band 3Andrew Hawkins

    Andrew Hawkins

    Andrew Hawkins is head of corporate at Warners Solicitors. He brings experience in a wide range of M&A transactions to his practice and has a particular specialism in the veterinary sector.

    • Andrew is really superb to engage with,and clients love him and his team.

      Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses respondentUK
    • I can't recommend Andrew more highly. Everything – his advice, his understanding of my case and the personal touch – was top notch. Excellent!

      Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses respondentUK
    • Andrew was responsive, reliable and focused on achieving a fair and efficient resolution. He’s a real asset to Warners and someone I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.

      Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses respondentUK
    • Andrew is my go-to solicitor. He is supportive, incredibly astute and knowledgeable.

      Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses respondentUK
    • Andrew is a very astute and commercial individual with a personal touch.

      Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses respondentUK
  • Band 3Kevin Sullivan
    Band 3Kevin Sullivan

    Kevin Sullivan

    Kevin Sullivan acts for corporate clients on a range of transactional and advisory matters, including mergers and acquisitions. He has particular expertise in the creative and technology sectors.

    • Kevin is approachable and pragmatic. He has a broad range of knowledge.

      Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses respondentUK
    • Kevin is quick to respond and clear with his assessment of the challenges facing us.

      Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses respondentUK
    • Kevin is very experienced in all areas.

      Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses respondentUK
    • Kevin is an excellent lawyer on top of his game. He always gives solid advice.

      Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses respondentUK

Ranked Individuals at Warners Solicitors (2)

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    Andrew Hawkins

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    Kevin Sullivan

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