BHW Solicitors ‘completely understands the clients' needs' and 'always goes above and beyond’, according to one client, and is known in the Leicester market for its specialism in transactions in the aerospace, manufacturing and insurance sectors. Head of corporate Matt Worsnop is a ’very personable lawyer who has a great ability for putting clients at ease with the often complex transaction process’ and is a strong counterpart to Ed Nurse‘s commercial practice. Alex Clifton, Stephen McElhone and James Dent are recommended for acquisitions, disposals and corporate fundraising. The department continues to be active in Employee Ownership Trust conversion projects, supply chain solutions and commercial contracts.

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Testimonials

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'BHW have a brilliant team of skilled and experienced lawyers across all departments of their business. Their Corporate team is led by Matt Worsnop, and we have dealt with many of his colleagues, all of which provide the same high level of responsiveness, expertise and professionalism in service delivery.'
'The team at BHW are always commercially aware and have a brilliant ability to simplify often complex legal matters for everyone involved in an M&A transaction.'
'Matt is an exceptional corporate lawyer who has successfully represented many clients on M&A transactions of varying size and complexity over the years. He is a very personable lawyer who has a great ability for putting clients at ease with the often complex transaction process. He is exceptional at simplifying legal matters so sellers can make sensible decisions with absolute confidence and peace of mind. He is responsive and always available to both ourselves and our clients.'
'Ed Nurse - highly accomplished in his area of expertise with the added benefit that he understands a lot of the accounts/tax implications surrounding the M&A type work he is involved in.'
'They completely understand the clients' needs, proper personal service and always go above and beyond.'
'Partner-led advice from highly experienced team which offers excellent advice with a keen eye on commerciality. Always take the time to ensure clients understand their matter and guide them through an often complex journey to completion of the transaction.'
'Ed Nurse, Alex Clifton and James Dent are extremely knowledgeable, approachable and determined to get a good result for their client.'
'Always willing to go the extra mile, nothing is ever too much trouble.'

Key clients

Correlation Investments Limited
Lavendon Group Limited
Gardner Group Limited
Oadby Plastics Limited
BPX Group Limited
NatWest Bank Plc
Nationwide Platforms Limited
Animal Friends Insurance Services Limited
HSBC Bank Plc
KCT Holdings Limited
Technicut Limited

Work highlights

Advised Correlation One Holdings on its third round of investment into veterinary technology company Vet-AI.
Advised SML Group in respect of its purchase of the entire issued share capital of My Home Needs.
Advised BPX Group in relation to the acquisition of Control Components (Anglia).