Mergers & Acquisitions

Case Study 1


Our lawyers acted on behalf of a chinese company in acquisition of an english company in a multi-million pound deal. Our lawyers were instructed to negotiate all aspect of the transaction including drafting of the share purchase agreement, shareholders agreement, assignments, amending the constitution of the company and the transfer of shares.

Agreements, Employment Law, Intellectual Property

Case Study 2


Our lawyers provided legal advice to an international estate agent with regard to franchising, IP rights and employment issues. As part of our client’s target to expand and develop in the UK, our lawyers provided in-depth advice on the legal issues relating to franchising their business and to protect their established brand.

Mergers & Acquisition, Business restructuring, Employment Laws

Case Study 3


Our lawyers were instructed to assist in acquiring a school and its assets with a view to future expansion and opening an international wing. The investment was complicated by the school having serious liquidity issues and time became of the essence to try and carry out Due Diligence and advise the client accordingly on how best to structure investment,  obtain legal charge over fixed property assets, reviewing and advising on financial information, human resources and restructuring of employment.

Banking

Case Study 4


Advising European London based bank in relation to issues arising out of the cashing of bills of exchange in London, which should have been cashed in New York if done legally. Dealing with bank guarantees, letters of credit and loan agreements.

Money Laundering Act

Case Study 5


On behalf of corporate clients dealing with claim from bank engaged in tracing assets, including breach of fiduciary duty, equitable and common law causes of action and the Money Laundering Regulations.

Banking

Case Study 6


Advising London based bank, acting in accordance with Islamic principles, in relation to issues arising out of the purchase and sale of commodities where there were fluctuations in market prices.

Case Study 7


Acting for a shareholder/director of a well known high street concern in connection with the retirement of the shareholder from the organisation.  Involving using the provisions of the UK Companies Act to set up a meaningful dialogue which resulted in the shareholder/director obtaining the optimum price for his shares.