Beverley Flynn > Stevens & Bolton LLP > Guildford, England > Lawyer Profile

Stevens & Bolton LLP fields a ‘very knowledgeable team with broad expertise‘ across the data protection space. Practice head Beverley Flynn is particularly known for her work with retail, manufacturing, life sciences and energy clients, and her approach ‘is characterised by a thorough understanding of the sectors she advises on‘. The team’s recent highlights have included breach response, AI-related advice, and data transfers.

Well-regarded in the automotive, FinTech, and technology sectors, Stevens & Bolton LLP is geared to advise clients on AI, digital assets, outsourcing projects, and the rollout of fiber networks. Charles Maurice leads the department and is particularly focused on the implementation and acquisition of new technologies. Beverley Flynn is knowledgeable of IT e-commerce and procurement, in addition to data protection and GDPR. Gary Parnell is well-informed in InsurTech issues, and Guy Cartwright often handles IT licensing and distribution.

Fielding dedicated corporate and commercial teams, the Guildford-based practice at Stevens & Bolton LLP is ‘approachable and extremely professional’. Offering expertise across M&A, for both public and private companies, and mid-market private equity, the corporate team is led by Joe Bedford, who is active on cross-border deals and assisting repeat acquirers with build and buy strategy. Beverley Flynn spearheads the commercial side of the practice, focusing on complex contract negotiation, competition and regulatory work, and commercial transaction matters, with a particular niche in the insurance and technology sectors. Jonathan Steele recently joined the firm from Charles Russell Speechlys LLP. Nick Atkins has a strong reputation in M&A and growth capital work.