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Willans

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

UK Guide 2026 : South West


Willans

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

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Willans has a strong corporate team that represents both domestic and international clients on a wide range of transactional work. It is often sought after for assistance with M&A deals, management buyouts and share sales. The department provides expertise across a number of sectors, including technology, manufacturing and charities, alongside a growing focus on renewable energy.
Strengths

Their team has consistently demonstrated exceptional legal expertise, commercial acumen, and a deep understanding of the intricacies involved in high-value transactions in our market.

They can be trusted to handle matters sensitively as necessary. They offer a broad range of services with team members specialising in different areas. They are always quick to respond to queries.

Willans' responsiveness is excellent. The team is always up to date and there to provide strategic advice.

Work Highlights

Willans advised Sanderson Solutions Group on the acquisition of the entire issued share capital of Newick Holdings Limited.

Notable practitioners
Chris Wills

Head of Willans' corporate team, Chris Wills handles a variety of corporate work and has notable expertise in the renewable energy sector. He can advise a range of businesses from start-ups to global companies.

Chris is an extremely good corporate lawyer - genuinely outstanding in the market.

Chris has always been very responsive and helpful.

I can't rate Chris highly enough. He has been an excellent support to our business.

What really sets him apart is his personable nature and collaborative approach. He is someone you genuinely enjoy working with, even in the most high-stakes situations.

Chris is an exceptional negotiator with a razor-sharp legal mind and an impressive ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.

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