England - West Midlands • Corporate and commercial
Clarke Willmott LLP
Noted for its experience in secured lending matters, Clarke Willmott LLP works with a wide array of SMEs and owner-managed businesses on all manner of corporate deals. The ‘excellent’ corporate head Kim Klahn is a prolific adviser whose recent workload includes acquisitions and divestitures for clients in the care, engineering, and hospitality sectors, among others. On the commercial side, John Irving is noted for his expertise in capital goods and manufacturing matters, advising on contractual issues and policy updates. All named lawyers are based in Birmingham.
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Testimonials
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‘Solid firm with a proper team of skilled lawyers who are prepared to cover all business areas.’
‘John Irving is hugely experienced, which makes him very close to the business' needs of our company. He provides effective legal advise and support, always with a view to the real world of business. He is always ready to effectively bridge the gap between the business needs and the legal frame.'
‘An extremely friendly and pragmatic team, committed to delivering client service in an accessible and sensitive manner without compromising on professionalism.’
‘Kim Klahn is a technically excellent lawyer, particularly on complex, challenging cross-border transactions. Delivers advice to her clients in a jargon-free and friendly manner.’
Key clients
- Shareholders of Ascott Analytical Equipment Limited
- Casino 36 Limited
- Croft Avenue Care Home Limited
- Graham Fitzgerald and Nigel Fitzgerald
Work highlights
- Acted for the sellers in the sale of the entire issued share capital of F T Gearing Systems Limited to an American VC.
- Advised the shareholders in the sale of the entire issued share capital of Ascot Analytical Equipment Limited to a German based competitor.
- Acted for the Business Buyer and the Property Buyer in their purchase of the business and assets of Croft Avenue Care Home Limited from HC-One.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Kim Klahn