Shakespeare Martineau LLP is geared to advise entrepreneurial, family, and high-growth businesses on transactional and reorganisation work. Practice head Roy Botterill and Ashley Taylor are praised for their ‘breadth of knowledge and experience’, Botterill is a key contact for tax advisors and is experienced in advising owner-managed businesses on business sales and business purchases, as well as internal structures and strategy. Lisa Botterill is well-informed in care home transactions.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team are knowledgeable and approachable. We have been working with them for many years and so I absolutely trust their advice, guidance, and direction. Working with Shakespeare Martineau feels like a collaborative process, rather than the more traditional "client instructing adviser" type relationship.’
‘They are approachable, friendly, and have great understanding of our needs. They are not afraid to gently point out issues relating to areas that are not our specialism.'
- 'We are always very impressed by Roy Botterill and Ashley Taylor's breadth of knowledge and experience. ’
Key clients
- WBR Group
- Shield Engineering Group
- Mindera
- Langdale Group
- 3T Logistics
- Rotherwood Group
- Bostik Limited
Work highlights
- Acting for an individual on the sale of the entire share capital of VouchedFor Ltd.
- Acting for a client who was a new entrant to the care sector including advising on acquisition and fund raising.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Ashley Taylor
Shakespeare Martineau LLPLeading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Lisa Botterill
Shakespeare Martineau LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Roy Botterill