Will Chalk
AshurstClients appreciate Ashurst for being a ‘full-service City firm with expertise across a broad range of areas whilst remaining down to earth, approachable and accessible’. Its UK risk advisory practice is jointly led by Will Chalk and Robert Hanley, both of whom are well known for their expertise in stakeholder engagement, codes of governance, directors’ duties, narrative reporting, ESG governance and market disclosure. Other key members of the practice include Rhiannon Webster, who specialises in data privacy and cybersecurity; Eleanor Reeves, whose expertise lies in environmental and safety matters; Lorraine Johnston, who is a key contact for retail financial services clients; and Ruby Hamid, who focuses her practice on corporate crime and investigations.
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Testimonials
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‘A top-class team with a wealth of knowledge at all levels.’
‘Will Chalk is excellent at his job - hardworking, professional, approachable and knowledgeable in his area. The work performed was high class and timely.’
‘Collectively, they have a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and are always focused on telling you what you need to know, not what they may think you want to know. Their advice is always well based and highly considered.’
‘I value their absolute honesty and integrity, aside from their professional expertise. They're also generous with their time.’
‘Ashurst's uniqueness stems from its being a full-service City firm with expertise across a broad range of areas whilst remaining down to earth, approachable and accessible to a diverse client base.’
‘Lorraine Johnston is standout - wise, knowledgeable, practical, calm, sincere and a great sense of humour.’
‘Ashurst's team are the only firm I have worked with who actually listen to clients, provide thoughtful and creative responses, and use their network knowledge to share what they are seeing and hearing. They are equally close to the regulatory bodies and get first-hand insight on timing and the shape of law and regulation.’
‘Will Chalk is a champion in the corporate governance/law field and partners with clients to share knowledge and experience for the benefit of all parties.’
Key clients
- Beazley
- Halma
- British Land
- Carnival Corp & Plc
- EnQuest
- Severfield
- Vedanta
- QinetiQ
- National Express
- Indivior
- Dialight
- Renewi
- boohoo
- Carrs Group
- Ricardo
- Peel Hunt
- Meta
- Esure
- Sage Group plc
- Pure Health Holding LLC
- Oxford Instruments
- Serica
- Capricorn Energy
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Practice head
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Will Chalk, Robert Hanley