Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses

BHW Solicitors is an impressive local firm with a leading reputation for M&A work in the SME market. It is noted for its expertise in the aerospace industry, particularly involving supply chain contracts, and it is also knowledgeable about estate agency matters. The firm offers additional expertise across a range of commercial contractual matters and it continues to develop its offering in secured lending work. It also possesses the capacity to undertake complex corporate restructurings.

"The BHW team possesses excellent industry and commercial knowledge."

"BHW is collaborative and will work with clients to develop the right solution."

"The firm always provides an excellent and proactive service."

BHW represented the shareholders of VHL in the sale of their entire issued share capital of the company.

Managing partner Ed Nurse also heads the corporate department and expertly advises clients on the full range of corporate and commercial law concerns. He acts for SMEs and owners in domestic and cross-border transactions. "Ed displays exceptional commercial acumen and will always add value to a meeting whether it is a new client introduction or a longstanding relationship." "He acts in our best interest at all times." "Ed provides sound rationale during complex situations and provides advice in navigating and future-proofing our decisions."

Stephen McElhone advises on significant corporate transactions on behalf of SMEs arising across a wide range of sectors. "Steve will always put people at ease and explain things in a non-jargon manner." "Steve gave us great advice and the deal would have taken a lot longer to go through without him. He was incredible during the transaction." "Stephen is a good lawyer. He is personable and is good at getting on with people."

Alex Clifton has a broad corporate practice, advising on a wide range of transactions in the SME and owner-managed business sector. "Alex is an excellent lawyer and a really good person to work with. He produces high-quality work and proactively keeps us in the loop with developments." "Alex is pragmatic with an excellent understanding of the commercial aspects of law." "Alex Clifton's communication skills are excellent and are backed up with technical knowledge."

Matt Worsnop deals with the full range of corporate and M&A work. His sector specialism includes IT, insurance distribution, and manufacturing. "Matt is very knowledgeable, helpful and responsive." "He has taken the time to learn our business and that is why we have formed such a great partnership." "Matt is very quick to grasp complex situations and he has relevant experience across the board."