About

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The Greene & Greene Corporate and Mergers & Acquisitions team consists of five experienced lawyers, who advise large and small businesses, investors and directors on a range of business affairs across many sectors.

Working with agents, accountants and funds, Greene & Greene has experience of selling to every type of buyer, including overseas businesses, trade buyers, management teams, venture capital funds and private investors.

Offering a city service at sensible rates, with significant experience and a “can do” attitude, its lawyers have bought and sold every type of business including start-ups, growing businesses, technology, mature companies and distressed and insolvent businesses, in a variety of sectors.

Greene & Greene is recommended as amongst the best in the region. Its team acts for a large number of clients throughout East Anglia, in the city as well as outside the region, including public companies and are often described as “punching above their weight”

Examples of recent advice include:

  • High value mergers and acquisitions;
  • Public and private fundraises;
  • Investments;
  • Re-organising the ownership of businesses;
  • Introducing share option schemes; and
  • A large variety of commercial contracts and terms of trade.

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above - East Anglia
2
Band 2
What the Team is Known For

Greene & Greene acts for a range of corporate entities including regional and national businesses, plcs and private investors. It is experienced in acquisitions, disposals and reorganisations. The firm handles transactions arising from a wide range of sectors including energy, insurance, technology and manufacturing, among others. The team is active on cross-border work, with involvement across multiple jurisdictions.

Work Highlights

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  • Greene & Greene assisted in the sale of the entire issued share capital of Kentro Capital.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Andrew Cooper
2
Andrew Cooper
2
Band 2

Andrew Cooper advises on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters. He handles substantial transactional work, including acquisitions and investments.

"Andrew is an excellent lawyer. He is quick thinking and practical, with excellent attention to detail."

"Andrew's response times are great and I feel that I'm in good hands commercially, technically and with an awareness of our goals."

"He's diligent, a great source of advice and is clearly very knowledgeable. I trusy his advice implicitly."

Simon Ratcliffe
2
Simon Ratcliffe
2
Band 2

Simon Ratcliffe's practice covers acquisitions and corporate restructuring matters involving private companies. He advises on both domestic and cross-border transactions.

"We receive excellent services and advice from Simon."

"Simon has a very professional approach to his clients. He has a very high level of service and expertise across a range of disciplines."

"Simon is a problem solver, a great communicator and he takes the time to listen to his clients' needs."

"Simon is a good lawyer and stands out to me due to his work and approach."

Mark Daly
3
Mark Daly
3
Band 3

Mark Daly acts for a range of clients from startups and owner-managed businesses to public and private companies. He provides expertise on corporate finance transactions, as well as acquisitions and structuring.

"I have worked very well with Mark on some highly complex deals. He always gives sound advice."

Mark Whittaker
3
Mark Whittaker
3
Band 3

Mark Whittaker is experienced in private equity matters and represents a number of clients in the tech and investment sectors.

"Mark is good to deal with and is a strong lawyer."

Neil Walmsley
3
Neil Walmsley
3
Band 3

Neil Walmsley is well-versed in a range of company and commercial matters. He advises on restructuring, acquisitions, disposals and corporate financing.

"Neil does good work. I often refer work to him as he's a strong lawyer."

"Neil completely understands our business. He provides clear and concise advice and helps us find solutions."

Ranked Lawyers at
Greene & Greene

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East Anglia

Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above

Andrew Cooper
2
Andrew Cooper
2
Band 2
Simon Ratcliffe
2
Simon Ratcliffe
2
Band 2
Mark Daly
3
Mark Daly
3
Band 3
Mark Whittaker
3
Mark Whittaker
3
Band 3
Neil Walmsley
3
Neil Walmsley
3
Band 3

Members

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Andrew Cooper

Mark Williams

Natalie Stoter