Ms Jo Stephenson > Walker Morris LLP > Leeds, England > Lawyer Profile

The corporate team at Walker Morris LLP is regularly called upon by British and international institutional clients to handle buy-side transactions, many of which have a cross-border element. Practice head John Hamer frequently leverages his experience to provide strategic advice to public and private company classes. Debbie Jackson is a key driver behind the unit’s strength in private equity and debt finance work. Richard Naish is highlighted for his expertise in mandates connected to the food and drink sector, while Jo Stephenson has amassed considerable knowledge of the healthcare sector. Oliver Duke frequently assists international clients with inbound M&A work. Michael O’Halloran is a further name to note.

Instructed by clients spanning NHS bodies, operators of retirement living and private hospitals, and international medical devices companies, Walker Morris LLP is known for assisting clients with major transactions, judicial reviews and inquest proceedings. Acquisitions and disposals specialist Jo Stephenson and employment law expert Lucy Gordon jointly steer the team. Adam Reed has a strong track record in running high-value portfolio transactions for major healthcare providers. Stuart Ponting frequently represents private healthcare providers in fatal accident cases. Carly Thorpe‘s varied practice covers both contentious and transactional construction matters.