Annabel Whittaker
Excello Law
Excello Law
Client SatisfactionExcello Law is proficient in contentious insolvency and restructuring cases, including Insolvency Act 1986 and the Companies Act 2006 claims, for which Victoria Dunstall is a key contact. On the non-contentious side, the practice often handles asset sales and the appointment of insolvency practitioners. Annabel Whittaker is highlighted for her experience in advising creditors pursuing debtors as well as individuals and companies in financial difficulty. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Nottingham. Nicky Calthrop-Owen departed to Rothera Bray in late 2024.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘The team is extremely knowledgeable and quick to react to instructions. They have a complete understanding of their clients' needs and they provide advice and solutions that are pragmatic and achievable.'
- ‘The team is able provide a wide range of services as they work closely with colleagues to ensure that all requirements are met in an efficient manner by using the correct people.’
- ‘An independent and versatile practice with strong legal expertise, they provide solid advice across the whole spectrum of insolvency.'
- ‘Annabel Whittaker is extremely knowledgeable and has a complete understanding of both personal and corporate matters. Annabel is able to distill complex information and present it in a clear and concise manner so that all risks and potential rewards are fully understood before commitment to a strategy.'
- ‘Annabel Whittaker and Victoria Dunstall are two of the most highly respected insolvency lawyers in the East Midlands, and they are a real asset to Excello. ’
- ‘Both Annabel Whittaker and Victoria Dunstall are able to offer a personal service, and they ensure matters are seen through to completion, offering continuity and peace of mind to the client.'
Key clients
- Interpath Advisory LLP
- Bates Weston
- FRP Advisory
- Greenfield Recovery Ltd
- Opus Restructuring LLP
- Payplan Partnership Limited
- Payplan Bespoke Solutions Limited
- Bridgewood Financial Solutions Limited
- RSM UK Restructuring Advisory LLP
Work highlights
- Acting for Interpath Advisory LLP in the pre-pack sale of the business and assets of the companies, including the El Mexicana and Don Churro restaurant brands.
- Acting for Greenfield Recovery Ltd as the liquidator of Emma Property Management Limited in a highly contested appeal against the liquidator’s rejection of a proof of debt within a solvent liquidation.
- Acting for a large IVA provider in a range of matters, which might arise from breaches of IVA terms, bankruptcy annulment applications, and the administration of bankruptcies.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Victoria Dunstall
Excello LawPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Victoria Dunstall, Annabel Whittaker