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James D Orpin

James D Orpin

UK 2026

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Tozers LLP
 Tozers LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

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

South West

6 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Qualifying in 1999, James trained at, and worked for, a number of large regional law firms before joining Tozers to lead the Company and Commercial Team. James works closely with business clients of all sizes, and in all stages of the business lifecycle.

His particular specialism and individual focus are on corporate transactions. James invests time in getting to know his clients and understanding their aspirations. This understanding is essential when dealing with intensive negotiations, and as a strong communicator James never loses sight that everyone is working towards a common goal.

As well as advising companies and individuals who wish to sell or purchase a business or company, James and his team also advise on equity investments, reorganisations, shareholders’ agreements and commercial agreements.

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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

Band 2
Individual Editorial

James Orpin leads the corporate and commercial team at Tozers. He deals with all aspects of corporate and M&A work, including working with startups.

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Strengths

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  • I received an excellent service from James.

    Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed BusinessesChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • James is highly valued as a corporate and commercial adviser to both me and the wider board.

    Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed BusinessesChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • James is a very capable lawyer.

    Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed BusinessesChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • I have worked with James for a long time. I rely on him to be quick, adaptable, efficient, commercially aware and pragmatic.

    Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed BusinessesChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • James is a pleasure to work with.

    Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed BusinessesChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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