Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above
UK Guide 2025 : The South
Band 2
Contact number
01622 690691Chambers Review
Brachers LLP has a widely experienced corporate practice which displays a particular affinity for private equity work, offering extensive expertise in advising investors and investees on transactional matters and portfolio company work. Its corporate client base includes companies in the manufacturing, life sciences and financial services sectors, among others.
Work Highlights
- Brachers advised DGA (UK) Ltd on its sale to TSA.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Brachers has a very strong and well-rounded corporate team. Partner engagement is excellent and backed up by a very capable and efficient team."
"The firm provides excellent client service in a very timely way. The team are happy to adopt a pragmatic approach."
"Brachers' strength and depth of knowledge are key strengths. They have a professional attitude and approach on all matters."
"Not only do Brachers handle complex matters well, they are clear at explaining the potentially confusing areas in simple terms."
"Brachers are responsive, commercial and empathetic. The firm has a clear-thinking and practical team and we cannot fault their service levels."
"Brachers has a very strong and well-rounded corporate team. Partner engagement is excellent and backed up by a very capable and efficient team."
"The firm provides excellent client service in a very timely way. The team are happy to adopt a pragmatic approach."
"Brachers' strength and depth of knowledge are key strengths. They have a professional attitude and approach on all matters."
"Not only do Brachers handle complex matters well, they are clear at explaining the potentially confusing areas in simple terms."
"Brachers are responsive, commercial and empathetic. The firm has a clear-thinking and practical team and we cannot fault their service levels."
Notable Practitioners
James Bullock is head of the corporate and commercial team at Brachers. He is well regarded for his abilities handling the full spectrum of corporate transactions. He represents corporates and private equity houses.
"James performs his role very well and leads the team with authority."
Matthew Simmonds enjoys a strong reputation in the regional market. He is well versed in M&A and private equity transactions.
"It is a real pleasure to work alongside someone with such a quick grasp of what is required and who is 100% focused on a successful outcome."
"Matthew is a fantastic lawyer and really understands what it is like to be in my shoes as a business owner."
"Matt is a joy to work with. He is knowledgeable and has a good rapport with clients. He makes complex legal matters more understandable and is a great communicator."
Claire Williams is a respected corporate lawyer experienced in dealing with transactions for owner-managed businesses and large international organisations. She is knowledgeable on M&A, joint ventures and restructurings, as well as banking and finance matters.