Paul Knight
Mills & Reeve LLPWith notable expertise in the technology sector, Mills & Reeve LLP is well-placed to advise its diverse roster of clients on venture capital matters and growth fundraisings. The team’s proficiency spans various industries, including media, healthcare, retail, and food and beverages. Chris Ross is head of the firm’s Manchester office and has led on a string of high-value corporate deals. Chris Wilkinson stands out for his expertise in the pharmaceutical sector, while Vicky Protano is a key port of call for clients hailing from the worlds of life sciences, manufacturing, telecoms, property and hospitality. Paul Knight advises on commercial long-term supply arrangements, as well as having particular expertise in IT and data protection law. New arrival Tom Shorten joins the team from Pinsent Masons LLP and is recommended for his experience in the private equity and corporate finance spaces. Nick Helm acts for domestic and international clients on public sector projects.
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Key clients
- Downing LLP
- Marc Creasy and Luke Anderson
- Widdop & Co (Holdings) Limited
- Gareth Cooper and Tim Cooper (Shareholders of SBH Events Ltd, Waxarch Holdings Ltd, Mighty Hoopla and X The Tracks Ltd – Project Mighty)
- 3 W Equity Limited (trading as Traditum Private Equity)
- Simon Gareth Brown and Lorraine Brown
- BGF Investments LP
- Northern Gritstone
- Hollins
- Management team of WHP Telecoms Limited – Project Waveney
- Heidenhain Corporate Group
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Chris Ross, Chris Wilkinson, Vicky Protano, Tom Shorten, Paul Knight, Nick Helm