England - London • Corporate and commercial
Wallace LLP
Noted for its ‘exceptionally thorough’ approach, the fast-growing team at Wallace LLP works closely with consultancies, digital agencies, technology providers, and professional services businesses on a range of corporate transactions. The practice is led by John Woodhouse, who has extensive experience in supporting owner-managed companies through their growth cycles and advising shareholders on eventual sale. Andrew Cooke – noted for his focus on the fintech sector – is rated by clients for his ’clarity and thoroughness.’ Managing partner Rex Newman has decades of experience of M&A transactions, regularly working with high-profile corporate clients and investment companies.
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Testimonials
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‘What distinguishes the team is its understanding of both the commercial and legal challenges facing small entrepreneur-led businesses, gained from its experience of and learning from complications arising with deals for its clients that come from many different sectors.’
‘John Woodhouse is a standout corporate lawyer. Highly intelligent, experienced, unflappable and commercially-minded. Laura Gillard supports him effectively.’
‘They are exceptionally thorough and always responsive. They are also very clear always.’
‘Andrew Cooke, in particular, can always be relied upon to respond quickly with clarity and thoroughness.’
'Strong commercial mindset. Large firm capability in a smaller team.'
Key clients
- Efficio Group
- ParentPay
- ENIC/Tottenham Hotspur FC
- Henry Schein
- Martins Investments
- Coller Capital Ltd
- The Clancy Group
- Cleantech Building Materials plc
- Flight Story Group Limited/Steven Bartlett
- Simpson Spence Young
Work highlights
- Advised ENIC Sports, the majority shareholder in Tottenham Hotspur Football Club, on an agreed capital increase for the club of £150 million.
- Advised Graeme Chilton on the sale of Capsicum Motorsports.
- Advising the shareholders of Riskcare on its sale to international consultancy Bip.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
John Woodhouse