England - South East • Corporate and commercial
The team at Freeths LLP retains its status as one of the leading Thames Valley corporate and commercial practices. Co-head of team Leon Arnold leads on the corporate side, while fellow co-head and ‘absolute diamond’ Rebecca Howlett is vastly experienced on commercial matters, including negotiating contracts and the commercialisation of intellectual property. Having carved out a niche representing agricultural and agrifood companies, Tom Walker maintains his impressive corporate practice which emphasises joint ventures, corporate governance and shareholder matters. Malin Svanberg Larsson comes recommended as ’very commercially savvy and practical’ and runs a broad M&A practice with a focus on private equity.
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‘A very comprehensive law firm with a good breadth of expertise across the company. They are always available at short notice and provide excellent advice, guidance and documents with senior people always at hand. Strongly recommend this firm.’
‘Our key partner is Tom Walker. He is always very good at listening so he has a proper understanding of the brief before he starts any work. The work he produces is always excellent and he is not afraid to tell you clearly when what is being asked is outside the scope of what can be done and vice versa.'
‘Freeths' knowledge in venture capital and corporate is outstanding and cannot be faulted. Their billing and fees are also competitive. They have a diverse team (working with us are mostly female and LGBTQ lawyers which we encourage and support).’
'Malin Savnberg Larsson is very commercially savvy, and practical. She also works efficiently and has been great at supporting and managing our UK-based deals.’
‘Rebecca Howlett manages the team very well. She is incredibly responsive and dedicated. Offers assistance and makes suggestions for change. Feels like an extension of the in-house function.’
‘The people are what makes this practice unique. Always taking the time to get to know you and so that they can always advise in the right way.’
‘Rebecca Howlett is an absolute diamond. She always the taking time to listen to the bigger picture, not just the area you need advice with. Always follows up just the right amount so always a pleasure to hear from her.’
‘Rebecca Howlett was incredibly supportive, knowledgeable and engaging. Rebecca was patient in her explanations and detailed when required, whilst ensuring our goals were met in a timely fashion.’
Next Generation Partners
Malin specialises in advising businesses on a wide range of corporate matters including mergers and acquisitions, management buy-ins and buy-outs, corporate reorganisations and restructurings, and early stage investment.She acts for clients across a range of sectors including technology, manufacturing and consultancy. Malin is a corporate lawyer, well regarded for her highly attentive and solutions-orientated approach.
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Leon Arnold, Rebecca Howlett