HOWARD KENNEDY

Howard Kennedy is a law firm with over 150 lawyers in one central London location. We dedicate the right team to help you move forward to where you want to be. PEOPLE - HOWARD KENNEDY People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options,

JAMES KAUFMANN

James Kaufmann is an expert on all aspects of investment funds. With a focus on regulatory work, hedge funds, and retail funds, he adopts a holistic approach to advising clients. James works with investment funds and investment managers on every part of their business, including establishing managers and funds, fund/product formation,

corporate

MARK STEPHENS CBE

Mark Stephens is an expert in constitutional, human rights, IP, media and regulatory work, defamation, privacy, media, art and cultural property, data protection and freedom of information, intellectual property and international arbitration disputes.

JOHN ANNETTS

John Annetts specialises in the administration of high-value and complex estates, often containing business assets and offshore elements. He is also a Chartered Tax Advisor acting for UK individuals and families on their tax and succession planning. John guides executors through the practical complexities of the administration of

estates process.

AYESHA SALIM

Ayesha Salim specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration, acting for and advising clients ranging from private individuals to multinational companies. She is a solicitor acting for clients involved in contractual, company, shareholder, partnership, and joint venture disputes. Ayesha also assists clients with professional

negligence and

DUNCAN BAGSHAW

Duncan Bagshaw is a barrister and partner at Howard Kennedy specialising in international arbitration and litigation, focussing on oil and gas, energy, tourism and hotels and joint ventures, and in Africa, providing advocacy, strategic advice and commercial solutions to complex disputes, in a

DAVID PHILIPS

David Philips advises all on all types of commercial property transactions, including purchasing and financing of sites, lettings, and sales. His focus is the purchase of development sites, advising on the development process and disposal of the finished product.

RESHMI MANEKPORIA

Reshmi Manekporia provides UK and international individuals and their businesses with advice on the structuring of assets for succession and tax purposes. She has built upon her tax and private client expertise by developing Sharia wealth planning Solutions. Reshmi is a Partner in the Private Client team who has significant experience advising

HOWARD KENNEDY

Howard Kennedy is a law firm with over 150 lawyers in one central London location. We dedicate the right team to help you move forward to where you want to be. PEOPLE - HOWARD KENNEDY People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options,

JAMES KAUFMANN

James Kaufmann is an expert on all aspects of investment funds. With a focus on regulatory work, hedge funds, and retail funds, he adopts a holistic approach to advising clients. James works with investment funds and investment managers on every part of their business, including establishing managers and funds, fund/product formation,

corporate

MARK STEPHENS CBE

Mark Stephens is an expert in constitutional, human rights, IP, media and regulatory work, defamation, privacy, media, art and cultural property, data protection and freedom of information, intellectual property and international arbitration disputes.

JOHN ANNETTS

John Annetts specialises in the administration of high-value and complex estates, often containing business assets and offshore elements. He is also a Chartered Tax Advisor acting for UK individuals and families on their tax and succession planning. John guides executors through the practical complexities of the administration of

estates process.

AYESHA SALIM

Ayesha Salim specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration, acting for and advising clients ranging from private individuals to multinational companies. She is a solicitor acting for clients involved in contractual, company, shareholder, partnership, and joint venture disputes. Ayesha also assists clients with professional

negligence and

DUNCAN BAGSHAW

Duncan Bagshaw is a barrister and partner at Howard Kennedy specialising in international arbitration and litigation, focussing on oil and gas, energy, tourism and hotels and joint ventures, and in Africa, providing advocacy, strategic advice and commercial solutions to complex disputes, in a

DAVID PHILIPS

David Philips advises all on all types of commercial property transactions, including purchasing and financing of sites, lettings, and sales. His focus is the purchase of development sites, advising on the development process and disposal of the finished product.

RESHMI MANEKPORIA

Reshmi Manekporia provides UK and international individuals and their businesses with advice on the structuring of assets for succession and tax purposes. She has built upon her tax and private client expertise by developing Sharia wealth planning Solutions. Reshmi is a Partner in the Private Client team who has significant experience advising

REAL ESTATE

A full-service real estate team covering all aspects of residential, mixed-use and commercial property from investment and acquisition to occupation and disposal. Clients include occupiers, developers, investors, asset managers, financiers, and entrepreneurs. CAREERS - HOWARD KENNEDY How we have evolved. We're proud of how far we've come. In the last few years alone, Howard Kennedy has undergone two mergers, culminating in an office move to 1 London Bridge. SIGN UP | ROME WASN’T BUILT IN A DAY: HNW FAMILY People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

JOHN ANNETTS

John Annetts specialises in the administration of high-value and complex estates, often containing business assets and offshore elements. He is also a Chartered Tax Advisor acting for UK individuals and families on their tax and succession planning. John guides executors through the practical complexities of the administration of

estates process.

CONSUMER PROTECTION REGULATIONS AND PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS A consumer is an individual acting for purposes outside or mainly outside their business. Offences occur in a wide range of situations and can easily be committed in property transactions. Examples of traders in that context are: a property company, selling or letting property to a consumer. solicitors, auctioneers and estate agents

acting for

PERVAZE AHMED

Pervaze Ahmed advises on all aspects of residential property in England and Wales. He heads up our Residential Real Estate team. Pervaze is a solicitor with a diverse client base ranging from overseas investors, high-net-worth individuals and their companies, to trust companies, trustees, investment companies, trading companies,

and banks.

LEIGH SAYLISS

Leigh Sayliss is a versatile tax lawyer advising clients on property, commercial, and employment taxes in particular. Leigh always brings commercial understanding to transactions. He is the Head of Business and Property Taxes group. Leigh advises on all areas of taxation that are relevant to the corporate/business sector.

ASHLEY REEBACK

Ashley Reeback has particular experience acting on corporate transactions in both the public and private arenas, including M&A, IPOs, MBOs and MBIs. He is head of the Corporate Department at Howard Kennedy. Ashley assists clients on the full spectrum of corporate and capital markets transactions. He has a particular focus on mid-market

M&A, as

ALEXANDRA CAMPBELL

Alexandra Campbell is a commercial disputes lawyer advising clients on a range of matters, in particular civil fraud, injunctive proceedings, professional negligence, contractual disputes, and enforcement actions. Alexandra works for both high-net-worth individuals and corporates and provides clear advice under pressure to best protect

her

ADAM WALFORD

Adam Walford advises household name restaurants and retailers on their real estate occupancy needs, growth strategies and asset management needs. He leads the Investment, Landlord and Tenant team and is head of the Retail & Leisure group. He is a solicitor specialising in commercial real estate, particularly in acquisition and disposal work

for

HOWARD KENNEDY

Howard Kennedy is a law firm with over 150 lawyers in one central London location. We dedicate the right team to help you move forward to where you want to be. PEOPLE - HOWARD KENNEDY People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

JOHN ANNETTS

John Annetts specialises in the administration of high-value and complex estates, often containing business assets and offshore elements. He is also a Chartered Tax Advisor acting for UK individuals and families on their tax and succession planning. John guides executors through the practical complexities of the administration of

estates process.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options,

VERNON DENNIS

Vernon is a Fellow of R3 (The Association of Business Recovery Professionals). A regular lecturer and commentator on insolvency, he is author of The New Law of Insolvency (2003), Insolvency Law Handbook (1st Ed 2005; 2nd Ed 2007; 3rd Ed 2013 and 4th Ed 2021), Administration (2010), Liquidation (2011), and Bankruptcy (2012).

PERVAZE AHMED

Pervaze Ahmed advises on all aspects of residential property in England and Wales. He heads up our Residential Real Estate team. Pervaze is a solicitor with a diverse client base ranging from overseas investors, high-net-worth individuals and their companies, to trust companies, trustees, investment companies, trading companies,

and banks.

STEVE CLINNING

Steven Clinning is a banking solicitor. As a seasoned ex-banker he has seen the finance industry from both sides during his 30 plus year career. He acts for lenders and borrowers on all financing transactions. He is Head of the Banking and Asset Finance team.

ROBYN WATSON

Robyn Watson represents domestic and foreign entities in commercial disputes. She specialises in contractual disputes, financial services disputes, and professional negligence claims. She provides comprehensive and commercial advice on the interpretation and enforceability of contractual terms and possible claims arising from

professional

AYESHA SALIM

Ayesha Salim specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration, acting for and advising clients ranging from private individuals to multinational companies. She is a solicitor acting for clients involved in contractual, company, shareholder, partnership, and joint venture disputes. Ayesha also assists clients with professional

negligence and

ROSIE MORRIS

Rosie Morris is a fourth seat trainee solicitor in the Media Disputes team. misfeasance in public office. She also assists the firm's Commercial Dispute Resolution team. Rosie completed her previous seats in the firm's Construction team (carrying out both contentious and non-contentious work), Commercial Dispute Resolution team and Real

Estate

HOWARD KENNEDY

Howard Kennedy is a law firm with over 150 lawyers in one central London location. We dedicate the right team to help you move forward to where you want to be. PEOPLE - HOWARD KENNEDY People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

JOHN ANNETTS

John Annetts specialises in the administration of high-value and complex estates, often containing business assets and offshore elements. He is also a Chartered Tax Advisor acting for UK individuals and families on their tax and succession planning. John guides executors through the practical complexities of the administration of

estates process.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options,

VERNON DENNIS

Vernon is a Fellow of R3 (The Association of Business Recovery Professionals). A regular lecturer and commentator on insolvency, he is author of The New Law of Insolvency (2003), Insolvency Law Handbook (1st Ed 2005; 2nd Ed 2007; 3rd Ed 2013 and 4th Ed 2021), Administration (2010), Liquidation (2011), and Bankruptcy (2012).

PERVAZE AHMED

Pervaze Ahmed advises on all aspects of residential property in England and Wales. He heads up our Residential Real Estate team. Pervaze is a solicitor with a diverse client base ranging from overseas investors, high-net-worth individuals and their companies, to trust companies, trustees, investment companies, trading companies,

and banks.

STEVE CLINNING

Steven Clinning is a banking solicitor. As a seasoned ex-banker he has seen the finance industry from both sides during his 30 plus year career. He acts for lenders and borrowers on all financing transactions. He is Head of the Banking and Asset Finance team.

ROBYN WATSON

Robyn Watson represents domestic and foreign entities in commercial disputes. She specialises in contractual disputes, financial services disputes, and professional negligence claims. She provides comprehensive and commercial advice on the interpretation and enforceability of contractual terms and possible claims arising from

professional

AYESHA SALIM

Ayesha Salim specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration, acting for and advising clients ranging from private individuals to multinational companies. She is a solicitor acting for clients involved in contractual, company, shareholder, partnership, and joint venture disputes. Ayesha also assists clients with professional

negligence and

ROSIE MORRIS

Rosie Morris is a fourth seat trainee solicitor in the Media Disputes team. misfeasance in public office. She also assists the firm's Commercial Dispute Resolution team. Rosie completed her previous seats in the firm's Construction team (carrying out both contentious and non-contentious work), Commercial Dispute Resolution team and Real

Estate

CAREERS - HOWARD KENNEDY How we have evolved. We're proud of how far we've come. In the last few years alone, Howard Kennedy has undergone two mergers, culminating in an office move to 1 London Bridge.

TRAINEE FAQS

As a firm, we offer services both to businesses and to individuals. Our Training Contracts are geared to give our trainees exposure to a range of work. We offer 4 seats of 6 months in different departments, including our core areas of business: Real Estate, Corporate, Dispute Resolution, Employment, Private Client and Family. REVENGE PORNOGRAPHY IN DIVORCE AND FAMILY CASES People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

DAVID HABBERSHAW

David Habbershaw: in loving memory. It is with great sadness that we have to inform you our friend and colleague, David Habbershaw, passed away on Friday 12 February 2021 after contracting COVID-19. David was first diagnosed with cancer 13 years ago. He had successfully beaten it for the fourth time in September after receiving pioneering

ASHLEY REEBACK

Ashley Reeback has particular experience acting on corporate transactions in both the public and private arenas, including M&A, IPOs, MBOs and MBIs. He is head of the Corporate Department at Howard Kennedy. Ashley assists clients on the full spectrum of corporate and capital markets transactions. He has a particular focus on mid-market

M&A, as

CONSUMER PROTECTION REGULATIONS AND PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS A consumer is an individual acting for purposes outside or mainly outside their business. Offences occur in a wide range of situations and can easily be committed in property transactions. Examples of traders in that context are: a property company, selling or letting property to a consumer. solicitors, auctioneers and estate agents

acting for

ROSIE MORRIS

Rosie Morris is a fourth seat trainee solicitor in the Media Disputes team. misfeasance in public office. She also assists the firm's Commercial Dispute Resolution team. Rosie completed her previous seats in the firm's Construction team (carrying out both contentious and non-contentious work), Commercial Dispute Resolution team and Real

Estate

HOWARD KENNEDY ADVISES ON THE FORWARD FUNDING OF SOHO London law firm Howard Kennedy recently advised on the joint venture between Galliard Homes and Apsley House Capital on the forward funding of a regeneration scheme in Birmingham to Swedish residential giant Heimstaden Bostad for £160m.

ADAM WALFORD

Adam Walford advises household name restaurants and retailers on their real estate occupancy needs, growth strategies and asset management needs. He leads the Investment, Landlord and Tenant team and is head of the Retail & Leisure group. He is a solicitor specialising in commercial real estate, particularly in acquisition and disposal work

for

ALEXANDRA CAMPBELL

Alexandra Campbell is a commercial disputes lawyer advising clients on a range of matters, in particular civil fraud, injunctive proceedings, professional negligence, contractual disputes, and enforcement actions. Alexandra works for both high-net-worth individuals and corporates and provides clear advice under pressure to best protect

her

HOWARD KENNEDY

Howard Kennedy is a law firm with over 150 lawyers in one central London location. We dedicate the right team to help you move forward to where you want to be. PEOPLE - HOWARD KENNEDY People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options,

JOHN ANNETTS

John Annetts specialises in the administration of high-value and complex estates, often containing business assets and offshore elements. He is also a Chartered Tax Advisor acting for UK individuals and families on their tax and succession planning. John guides executors through the practical complexities of the administration of

estates process.

VERNON DENNIS

Vernon is a Fellow of R3 (The Association of Business Recovery Professionals). A regular lecturer and commentator on insolvency, he is author of The New Law of Insolvency (2003), Insolvency Law Handbook (1st Ed 2005; 2nd Ed 2007; 3rd Ed 2013 and 4th Ed 2021), Administration (2010), Liquidation (2011), and Bankruptcy (2012).

PERVAZE AHMED

Pervaze Ahmed advises on all aspects of residential property in England and Wales. He heads up our Residential Real Estate team. Pervaze is a solicitor with a diverse client base ranging from overseas investors, high-net-worth individuals and their companies, to trust companies, trustees, investment companies, trading companies,

and banks.

AYESHA SALIM

Ayesha Salim specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration, acting for and advising clients ranging from private individuals to multinational companies. She is a solicitor acting for clients involved in contractual, company, shareholder, partnership, and joint venture disputes. Ayesha also assists clients with professional

negligence and

STEVE CLINNING

Steven Clinning is a banking solicitor. As a seasoned ex-banker he has seen the finance industry from both sides during his 30 plus year career. He acts for lenders and borrowers on all financing transactions. He is Head of the Banking and Asset Finance team.

EMILY MAILER

Emily Mailer is recognised as a leading specialist in trusts and estates disputes, resolving both domestic and international cases. Emily acts for individuals, families, executors, trustees, trust companies, and beneficiaries. Her wealth of experience includes conducting cases concerning the validity of wills, claims under the

Inheritance

ROBYN WATSON

Robyn Watson represents domestic and foreign entities in commercial disputes. She specialises in contractual disputes, financial services disputes, and professional negligence claims. She provides comprehensive and commercial advice on the interpretation and enforceability of contractual terms and possible claims arising from

professional

HOWARD KENNEDY

Howard Kennedy is a law firm with over 150 lawyers in one central London location. We dedicate the right team to help you move forward to where you want to be. PEOPLE - HOWARD KENNEDY People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options,

JOHN ANNETTS

John Annetts specialises in the administration of high-value and complex estates, often containing business assets and offshore elements. He is also a Chartered Tax Advisor acting for UK individuals and families on their tax and succession planning. John guides executors through the practical complexities of the administration of

estates process.

VERNON DENNIS

Vernon is a Fellow of R3 (The Association of Business Recovery Professionals). A regular lecturer and commentator on insolvency, he is author of The New Law of Insolvency (2003), Insolvency Law Handbook (1st Ed 2005; 2nd Ed 2007; 3rd Ed 2013 and 4th Ed 2021), Administration (2010), Liquidation (2011), and Bankruptcy (2012).

PERVAZE AHMED

Pervaze Ahmed advises on all aspects of residential property in England and Wales. He heads up our Residential Real Estate team. Pervaze is a solicitor with a diverse client base ranging from overseas investors, high-net-worth individuals and their companies, to trust companies, trustees, investment companies, trading companies,

and banks.

AYESHA SALIM

Ayesha Salim specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration, acting for and advising clients ranging from private individuals to multinational companies. She is a solicitor acting for clients involved in contractual, company, shareholder, partnership, and joint venture disputes. Ayesha also assists clients with professional

negligence and

STEVE CLINNING

Steven Clinning is a banking solicitor. As a seasoned ex-banker he has seen the finance industry from both sides during his 30 plus year career. He acts for lenders and borrowers on all financing transactions. He is Head of the Banking and Asset Finance team.

EMILY MAILER

Emily Mailer is recognised as a leading specialist in trusts and estates disputes, resolving both domestic and international cases. Emily acts for individuals, families, executors, trustees, trust companies, and beneficiaries. Her wealth of experience includes conducting cases concerning the validity of wills, claims under the

Inheritance

ROBYN WATSON

Robyn Watson represents domestic and foreign entities in commercial disputes. She specialises in contractual disputes, financial services disputes, and professional negligence claims. She provides comprehensive and commercial advice on the interpretation and enforceability of contractual terms and possible claims arising from

professional

PEOPLE - HOWARD KENNEDY People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

TRAINEE FAQS

As a firm, we offer services both to businesses and to individuals. Our Training Contracts are geared to give our trainees exposure to a range of work. We offer 4 seats of 6 months in different departments, including our core areas of business: Real Estate, Corporate, Dispute Resolution, Employment, Private Client and Family. RESTRUCTURING AND INSOLVENCY Dominic Offord, Partner. Phone icon. +44 20 3755 5781. Email icon. Email Dominic. Our Restructuring and Insolvency experts have an established track record of devising plans of business reconstruction, rescuing companies and saving business value. We also assist those encountering any contentious and non-contentious issues where

insolvency arises.

REVENGE PORNOGRAPHY IN DIVORCE AND FAMILY CASES People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

DAVID HABBERSHAW

David Habbershaw: in loving memory. It is with great sadness that we have to inform you our friend and colleague, David Habbershaw, passed away on Friday 12 February 2021 after contracting COVID-19. David was first diagnosed with cancer 13 years ago. He had successfully beaten it for the fourth time in September after receiving pioneering HOWARD KENNEDY ADVISES ON THE FORWARD FUNDING OF SOHO London law firm Howard Kennedy recently advised on the joint venture between Galliard Homes and Apsley House Capital on the forward funding of a regeneration scheme in Birmingham to Swedish residential giant Heimstaden Bostad for £160m.

ASHLEY REEBACK

Ashley Reeback has particular experience acting on corporate transactions in both the public and private arenas, including M&A, IPOs, MBOs and MBIs. He is head of the Corporate Department at Howard Kennedy. Ashley assists clients on the full spectrum of corporate and capital markets transactions. He has a particular focus on mid-market

M&A, as

CONSUMER PROTECTION REGULATIONS AND PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS A consumer is an individual acting for purposes outside or mainly outside their business. Offences occur in a wide range of situations and can easily be committed in property transactions. Examples of traders in that context are: a property company, selling or letting property to a consumer. solicitors, auctioneers and estate agents

acting for

LEIGH SAYLISS

Leigh Sayliss is a versatile tax lawyer advising clients on property, commercial, and employment taxes in particular. Leigh always brings commercial understanding to transactions. He is the Head of Business and Property Taxes group. Leigh advises on all areas of taxation that are relevant to the corporate/business sector.

NICK TREPPASS

Nick Treppass is an experienced solicitor advising on all aspects of contentious and non-contentious employment law. He specialises on contentious issues such as unfair and wrongful dismissal claims and enforcement of post termination restrictions in employment contracts. His non-contentious experience includes advising on TUPE issues and

mass

HOWARD KENNEDY

Howard Kennedy is a law firm with over 150 lawyers in one central London location. We dedicate the right team to help you move forward to where you want to be. PEOPLE - HOWARD KENNEDY People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options,

JOHN ANNETTS

John Annetts specialises in the administration of high-value and complex estates, often containing business assets and offshore elements. He is also a Chartered Tax Advisor acting for UK individuals and families on their tax and succession planning. John guides executors through the practical complexities of the administration of

estates process.

DAVID HABBERSHAW

David Habbershaw: in loving memory. It is with great sadness that we have to inform you our friend and colleague, David Habbershaw, passed away on Friday 12 February 2021 after contracting COVID-19. David was first diagnosed with cancer 13 years ago. He had successfully beaten it for the fourth time in September after receiving pioneering

EMILY MAILER

Emily Mailer is recognised as a leading specialist in trusts and estates disputes, resolving both domestic and international cases. Emily acts for individuals, families, executors, trustees, trust companies, and beneficiaries. Her wealth of experience includes conducting cases concerning the validity of wills, claims under the

Inheritance

VERNON DENNIS

Vernon is a Fellow of R3 (The Association of Business Recovery Professionals). A regular lecturer and commentator on insolvency, he is author of The New Law of Insolvency (2003), Insolvency Law Handbook (1st Ed 2005; 2nd Ed 2007; 3rd Ed 2013 and 4th Ed 2021), Administration (2010), Liquidation (2011), and Bankruptcy (2012).

ASHLEY REEBACK

Ashley Reeback has particular experience acting on corporate transactions in both the public and private arenas, including M&A, IPOs, MBOs and MBIs. He is head of the Corporate Department at Howard Kennedy. Ashley assists clients on the full spectrum of corporate and capital markets transactions. He has a particular focus on mid-market

M&A, as

AYESHA SALIM

Ayesha Salim specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration, acting for and advising clients ranging from private individuals to multinational companies. She is a solicitor acting for clients involved in contractual, company, shareholder, partnership, and joint venture disputes. Ayesha also assists clients with professional

negligence and

ALEXANDRA CAMPBELL

Alexandra Campbell is a commercial disputes lawyer advising clients on a range of matters, in particular civil fraud, injunctive proceedings, professional negligence, contractual disputes, and enforcement actions. Alexandra works for both high-net-worth individuals and corporates and provides clear advice under pressure to best protect

her

HOWARD KENNEDY

Howard Kennedy is a law firm with over 150 lawyers in one central London location. We dedicate the right team to help you move forward to where you want to be. PEOPLE - HOWARD KENNEDY People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options,

JOHN ANNETTS

John Annetts specialises in the administration of high-value and complex estates, often containing business assets and offshore elements. He is also a Chartered Tax Advisor acting for UK individuals and families on their tax and succession planning. John guides executors through the practical complexities of the administration of

estates process.

DAVID HABBERSHAW

David Habbershaw: in loving memory. It is with great sadness that we have to inform you our friend and colleague, David Habbershaw, passed away on Friday 12 February 2021 after contracting COVID-19. David was first diagnosed with cancer 13 years ago. He had successfully beaten it for the fourth time in September after receiving pioneering

EMILY MAILER

Emily Mailer is recognised as a leading specialist in trusts and estates disputes, resolving both domestic and international cases. Emily acts for individuals, families, executors, trustees, trust companies, and beneficiaries. Her wealth of experience includes conducting cases concerning the validity of wills, claims under the

Inheritance

VERNON DENNIS

Vernon is a Fellow of R3 (The Association of Business Recovery Professionals). A regular lecturer and commentator on insolvency, he is author of The New Law of Insolvency (2003), Insolvency Law Handbook (1st Ed 2005; 2nd Ed 2007; 3rd Ed 2013 and 4th Ed 2021), Administration (2010), Liquidation (2011), and Bankruptcy (2012).

ASHLEY REEBACK

Ashley Reeback has particular experience acting on corporate transactions in both the public and private arenas, including M&A, IPOs, MBOs and MBIs. He is head of the Corporate Department at Howard Kennedy. Ashley assists clients on the full spectrum of corporate and capital markets transactions. He has a particular focus on mid-market

M&A, as

AYESHA SALIM

Ayesha Salim specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration, acting for and advising clients ranging from private individuals to multinational companies. She is a solicitor acting for clients involved in contractual, company, shareholder, partnership, and joint venture disputes. Ayesha also assists clients with professional

negligence and

ALEXANDRA CAMPBELL

Alexandra Campbell is a commercial disputes lawyer advising clients on a range of matters, in particular civil fraud, injunctive proceedings, professional negligence, contractual disputes, and enforcement actions. Alexandra works for both high-net-worth individuals and corporates and provides clear advice under pressure to best protect

her

CAREERS - HOWARD KENNEDY How we have evolved. We're proud of how far we've come. In the last few years alone, Howard Kennedy has undergone two mergers, culminating in an office move to 1 London Bridge.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options, REVENGE PORNOGRAPHY IN DIVORCE AND FAMILY CASES People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

VERNON DENNIS

Vernon is a Fellow of R3 (The Association of Business Recovery Professionals). A regular lecturer and commentator on insolvency, he is author of The New Law of Insolvency (2003), Insolvency Law Handbook (1st Ed 2005; 2nd Ed 2007; 3rd Ed 2013 and 4th Ed 2021), Administration (2010), Liquidation (2011), and Bankruptcy (2012).

MARK STEPHENS CBE

Mark Stephens is an expert in constitutional, human rights, IP, media and regulatory work, defamation, privacy, media, art and cultural property, data protection and freedom of information, intellectual property and international arbitration disputes.

DAVID PHILIPS

David Philips advises all on all types of commercial property transactions, including purchasing and financing of sites, lettings, and sales. His focus is the purchase of development sites, advising on the development process and disposal of the finished product. HUGO MASON - HOWARD KENNEDY Hugo Mason is a former entertainment industry professional now a solicitor specialising in Media Disputes. His work with the Media Disputes team focuses on cases involving intellectual property infringement, defamation, harassment, misuse of private information,

data

LEIGH SAYLISS

Leigh Sayliss is a versatile tax lawyer advising clients on property, commercial, and employment taxes in particular. Leigh always brings commercial understanding to transactions. He is the Head of Business and Property Taxes group. Leigh advises on all areas of taxation that are relevant to the corporate/business sector.

PERVAZE AHMED

Pervaze Ahmed advises on all aspects of residential property in England and Wales. He heads up our Residential Real Estate team. Pervaze is a solicitor with a diverse client base ranging from overseas investors, high-net-worth individuals and their companies, to trust companies, trustees, investment companies, trading companies,

and banks.

ROBYN WATSON

Robyn Watson represents domestic and foreign entities in commercial disputes. She specialises in contractual disputes, financial services disputes, and professional negligence claims. She provides comprehensive and commercial advice on the interpretation and enforceability of contractual terms and possible claims arising from

professional

HOWARD KENNEDY

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John Annetts specialises in the administration of high-value and complex estates, often containing business assets and offshore elements. He is also a Chartered Tax Advisor acting for UK individuals and families on their tax and succession planning. John guides executors through the practical complexities of the administration of

estates process.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options,

VERNON DENNIS

Vernon is a Fellow of R3 (The Association of Business Recovery Professionals). A regular lecturer and commentator on insolvency, he is author of The New Law of Insolvency (2003), Insolvency Law Handbook (1st Ed 2005; 2nd Ed 2007; 3rd Ed 2013 and 4th Ed 2021), Administration (2010), Liquidation (2011), and Bankruptcy (2012).

PERVAZE AHMED

Pervaze Ahmed advises on all aspects of residential property in England and Wales. He heads up our Residential Real Estate team. Pervaze is a solicitor with a diverse client base ranging from overseas investors, high-net-worth individuals and their companies, to trust companies, trustees, investment companies, trading companies,

and banks.

AYESHA SALIM

Ayesha Salim specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration, acting for and advising clients ranging from private individuals to multinational companies. She is a solicitor acting for clients involved in contractual, company, shareholder, partnership, and joint venture disputes. Ayesha also assists clients with professional

negligence and

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EMILY MAILER

Emily Mailer is recognised as a leading specialist in trusts and estates disputes, resolving both domestic and international cases. Emily acts for individuals, families, executors, trustees, trust companies, and beneficiaries. Her wealth of experience includes conducting cases concerning the validity of wills, claims under the

Inheritance

ROBYN WATSON

Robyn Watson represents domestic and foreign entities in commercial disputes. She specialises in contractual disputes, financial services disputes, and professional negligence claims. She provides comprehensive and commercial advice on the interpretation and enforceability of contractual terms and possible claims arising from

professional

HOWARD KENNEDY

Howard Kennedy is a law firm with over 150 lawyers in one central London location. We dedicate the right team to help you move forward to where you want to be. PEOPLE - HOWARD KENNEDYDR HOWARD KENNEDY OOLTEWAH TNHOWARD KENNEDY LONDONHOWARD KENNEDY MDHOWARD KENNEDY PA People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

JOHN ANNETTS

John Annetts specialises in the administration of high-value and complex estates, often containing business assets and offshore elements. He is also a Chartered Tax Advisor acting for UK individuals and families on their tax and succession planning. John guides executors through the practical complexities of the administration of

estates process.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options,

VERNON DENNIS

Vernon is a Fellow of R3 (The Association of Business Recovery Professionals). A regular lecturer and commentator on insolvency, he is author of The New Law of Insolvency (2003), Insolvency Law Handbook (1st Ed 2005; 2nd Ed 2007; 3rd Ed 2013 and 4th Ed 2021), Administration (2010), Liquidation (2011), and Bankruptcy (2012).

PERVAZE AHMED

Pervaze Ahmed advises on all aspects of residential property in England and Wales. He heads up our Residential Real Estate team. Pervaze is a solicitor with a diverse client base ranging from overseas investors, high-net-worth individuals and their companies, to trust companies, trustees, investment companies, trading companies,

and banks.

AYESHA SALIM

Ayesha Salim specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration, acting for and advising clients ranging from private individuals to multinational companies. She is a solicitor acting for clients involved in contractual, company, shareholder, partnership, and joint venture disputes. Ayesha also assists clients with professional

negligence and

STEVE CLINNING

Steven Clinning is a banking solicitor. As a seasoned ex-banker he has seen the finance industry from both sides during his 30 plus year career. He acts for lenders and borrowers on all financing transactions. He is Head of the Banking and Asset Finance team.

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Emily Mailer is recognised as a leading specialist in trusts and estates disputes, resolving both domestic and international cases. Emily acts for individuals, families, executors, trustees, trust companies, and beneficiaries. Her wealth of experience includes conducting cases concerning the validity of wills, claims under the

Inheritance

ROBYN WATSON

Robyn Watson represents domestic and foreign entities in commercial disputes. She specialises in contractual disputes, financial services disputes, and professional negligence claims. She provides comprehensive and commercial advice on the interpretation and enforceability of contractual terms and possible claims arising from

professional

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David Habbershaw: in loving memory. It is with great sadness that we have to inform you our friend and colleague, David Habbershaw, passed away on Friday 12 February 2021 after contracting COVID-19. David was first diagnosed with cancer 13 years ago. He had successfully beaten it for the fourth time in September after receiving pioneering

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Ashley Reeback has particular experience acting on corporate transactions in both the public and private arenas, including M&A, IPOs, MBOs and MBIs. He is head of the Corporate Department at Howard Kennedy. Ashley assists clients on the full spectrum of corporate and capital markets transactions. He has a particular focus on mid-market

M&A, as

LEIGH SAYLISS

Leigh Sayliss is a versatile tax lawyer advising clients on property, commercial, and employment taxes in particular. Leigh always brings commercial understanding to transactions. He is the Head of Business and Property Taxes group. Leigh advises on all areas of taxation that are relevant to the corporate/business sector. CONSUMER PROTECTION REGULATIONS AND PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS A consumer is an individual acting for purposes outside or mainly outside their business. Offences occur in a wide range of situations and can easily be committed in property transactions. Examples of traders in that context are: a property company, selling or letting property to a consumer. solicitors, auctioneers and estate agents

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Alexandra Campbell is a commercial disputes lawyer advising clients on a range of matters, in particular civil fraud, injunctive proceedings, professional negligence, contractual disputes, and enforcement actions. Alexandra works for both high-net-worth individuals and corporates and provides clear advice under pressure to best protect

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ROSIE MORRIS

Rosie Morris is a fourth seat trainee solicitor in the Media Disputes team. misfeasance in public office. She also assists the firm's Commercial Dispute Resolution team. Rosie completed her previous seats in the firm's Construction team (carrying out both contentious and non-contentious work), Commercial Dispute Resolution team and Real

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HOWARD KENNEDY

Howard Kennedy is a law firm with over 150 lawyers in one central London location. We dedicate the right team to help you move forward to where you want to be. PEOPLE - HOWARD KENNEDYDR HOWARD KENNEDY OOLTEWAH TNHOWARD KENNEDY LONDONHOWARD KENNEDY MDHOWARD KENNEDY PA People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options,

JOHN ANNETTS

John Annetts specialises in the administration of high-value and complex estates, often containing business assets and offshore elements. He is also a Chartered Tax Advisor acting for UK individuals and families on their tax and succession planning. John guides executors through the practical complexities of the administration of

estates process.

DAVID HABBERSHAW

David Habbershaw: in loving memory. It is with great sadness that we have to inform you our friend and colleague, David Habbershaw, passed away on Friday 12 February 2021 after contracting COVID-19. David was first diagnosed with cancer 13 years ago. He had successfully beaten it for the fourth time in September after receiving pioneering

EMILY MAILER

Emily Mailer is recognised as a leading specialist in trusts and estates disputes, resolving both domestic and international cases. Emily acts for individuals, families, executors, trustees, trust companies, and beneficiaries. Her wealth of experience includes conducting cases concerning the validity of wills, claims under the

Inheritance

VERNON DENNIS

Vernon is a Fellow of R3 (The Association of Business Recovery Professionals). A regular lecturer and commentator on insolvency, he is author of The New Law of Insolvency (2003), Insolvency Law Handbook (1st Ed 2005; 2nd Ed 2007; 3rd Ed 2013 and 4th Ed 2021), Administration (2010), Liquidation (2011), and Bankruptcy (2012).

ASHLEY REEBACK

Ashley Reeback has particular experience acting on corporate transactions in both the public and private arenas, including M&A, IPOs, MBOs and MBIs. He is head of the Corporate Department at Howard Kennedy. Ashley assists clients on the full spectrum of corporate and capital markets transactions. He has a particular focus on mid-market

M&A, as

AYESHA SALIM

Ayesha Salim specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration, acting for and advising clients ranging from private individuals to multinational companies. She is a solicitor acting for clients involved in contractual, company, shareholder, partnership, and joint venture disputes. Ayesha also assists clients with professional

negligence and

ALEXANDRA CAMPBELL

Alexandra Campbell is a commercial disputes lawyer advising clients on a range of matters, in particular civil fraud, injunctive proceedings, professional negligence, contractual disputes, and enforcement actions. Alexandra works for both high-net-worth individuals and corporates and provides clear advice under pressure to best protect

her

HOWARD KENNEDY

Howard Kennedy is a law firm with over 150 lawyers in one central London location. We dedicate the right team to help you move forward to where you want to be. PEOPLE - HOWARD KENNEDYDR HOWARD KENNEDY OOLTEWAH TNHOWARD KENNEDY LONDONHOWARD KENNEDY MDHOWARD KENNEDY PA People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options,

JOHN ANNETTS

John Annetts specialises in the administration of high-value and complex estates, often containing business assets and offshore elements. He is also a Chartered Tax Advisor acting for UK individuals and families on their tax and succession planning. John guides executors through the practical complexities of the administration of

estates process.

DAVID HABBERSHAW

David Habbershaw: in loving memory. It is with great sadness that we have to inform you our friend and colleague, David Habbershaw, passed away on Friday 12 February 2021 after contracting COVID-19. David was first diagnosed with cancer 13 years ago. He had successfully beaten it for the fourth time in September after receiving pioneering

EMILY MAILER

Emily Mailer is recognised as a leading specialist in trusts and estates disputes, resolving both domestic and international cases. Emily acts for individuals, families, executors, trustees, trust companies, and beneficiaries. Her wealth of experience includes conducting cases concerning the validity of wills, claims under the

Inheritance

VERNON DENNIS

Vernon is a Fellow of R3 (The Association of Business Recovery Professionals). A regular lecturer and commentator on insolvency, he is author of The New Law of Insolvency (2003), Insolvency Law Handbook (1st Ed 2005; 2nd Ed 2007; 3rd Ed 2013 and 4th Ed 2021), Administration (2010), Liquidation (2011), and Bankruptcy (2012).

ASHLEY REEBACK

Ashley Reeback has particular experience acting on corporate transactions in both the public and private arenas, including M&A, IPOs, MBOs and MBIs. He is head of the Corporate Department at Howard Kennedy. Ashley assists clients on the full spectrum of corporate and capital markets transactions. He has a particular focus on mid-market

M&A, as

AYESHA SALIM

Ayesha Salim specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration, acting for and advising clients ranging from private individuals to multinational companies. She is a solicitor acting for clients involved in contractual, company, shareholder, partnership, and joint venture disputes. Ayesha also assists clients with professional

negligence and

ALEXANDRA CAMPBELL

Alexandra Campbell is a commercial disputes lawyer advising clients on a range of matters, in particular civil fraud, injunctive proceedings, professional negligence, contractual disputes, and enforcement actions. Alexandra works for both high-net-worth individuals and corporates and provides clear advice under pressure to best protect

her

CAREERS - HOWARD KENNEDY How we have evolved. We're proud of how far we've come. In the last few years alone, Howard Kennedy has undergone two mergers, culminating in an office move to 1 London Bridge.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options, REVENGE PORNOGRAPHY IN DIVORCE AND FAMILY CASES People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

VERNON DENNIS

Vernon is a Fellow of R3 (The Association of Business Recovery Professionals). A regular lecturer and commentator on insolvency, he is author of The New Law of Insolvency (2003), Insolvency Law Handbook (1st Ed 2005; 2nd Ed 2007; 3rd Ed 2013 and 4th Ed 2021), Administration (2010), Liquidation (2011), and Bankruptcy (2012).

MARK STEPHENS CBE

Mark Stephens is an expert in constitutional, human rights, IP, media and regulatory work, defamation, privacy, media, art and cultural property, data protection and freedom of information, intellectual property and international arbitration disputes.

DAVID PHILIPS

David Philips advises all on all types of commercial property transactions, including purchasing and financing of sites, lettings, and sales. His focus is the purchase of development sites, advising on the development process and disposal of the finished product. HUGO MASON - HOWARD KENNEDY Hugo Mason is a former entertainment industry professional now a solicitor specialising in Media Disputes. His work with the Media Disputes team focuses on cases involving intellectual property infringement, defamation, harassment, misuse of private information,

data

LEIGH SAYLISS

Leigh Sayliss is a versatile tax lawyer advising clients on property, commercial, and employment taxes in particular. Leigh always brings commercial understanding to transactions. He is the Head of Business and Property Taxes group. Leigh advises on all areas of taxation that are relevant to the corporate/business sector.

PERVAZE AHMED

Pervaze Ahmed advises on all aspects of residential property in England and Wales. He heads up our Residential Real Estate team. Pervaze is a solicitor with a diverse client base ranging from overseas investors, high-net-worth individuals and their companies, to trust companies, trustees, investment companies, trading companies,

and banks.

ROBYN WATSON

Robyn Watson represents domestic and foreign entities in commercial disputes. She specialises in contractual disputes, financial services disputes, and professional negligence claims. She provides comprehensive and commercial advice on the interpretation and enforceability of contractual terms and possible claims arising from

professional

HOWARD KENNEDY

Howard Kennedy is a law firm with over 150 lawyers in one central London location. We dedicate the right team to help you move forward to where you want to be. PEOPLE - HOWARD KENNEDYDR HOWARD KENNEDY OOLTEWAH TNHOWARD KENNEDY LONDONHOWARD KENNEDY MDHOWARD KENNEDY PA People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options,

JOHN ANNETTS

John Annetts specialises in the administration of high-value and complex estates, often containing business assets and offshore elements. He is also a Chartered Tax Advisor acting for UK individuals and families on their tax and succession planning. John guides executors through the practical complexities of the administration of

estates process.

DAVID HABBERSHAW

David Habbershaw: in loving memory. It is with great sadness that we have to inform you our friend and colleague, David Habbershaw, passed away on Friday 12 February 2021 after contracting COVID-19. David was first diagnosed with cancer 13 years ago. He had successfully beaten it for the fourth time in September after receiving pioneering

EMILY MAILER

Emily Mailer is recognised as a leading specialist in trusts and estates disputes, resolving both domestic and international cases. Emily acts for individuals, families, executors, trustees, trust companies, and beneficiaries. Her wealth of experience includes conducting cases concerning the validity of wills, claims under the

Inheritance

VERNON DENNIS

Vernon is a Fellow of R3 (The Association of Business Recovery Professionals). A regular lecturer and commentator on insolvency, he is author of The New Law of Insolvency (2003), Insolvency Law Handbook (1st Ed 2005; 2nd Ed 2007; 3rd Ed 2013 and 4th Ed 2021), Administration (2010), Liquidation (2011), and Bankruptcy (2012).

ASHLEY REEBACK

Ashley Reeback has particular experience acting on corporate transactions in both the public and private arenas, including M&A, IPOs, MBOs and MBIs. He is head of the Corporate Department at Howard Kennedy. Ashley assists clients on the full spectrum of corporate and capital markets transactions. He has a particular focus on mid-market

M&A, as

AYESHA SALIM

Ayesha Salim specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration, acting for and advising clients ranging from private individuals to multinational companies. She is a solicitor acting for clients involved in contractual, company, shareholder, partnership, and joint venture disputes. Ayesha also assists clients with professional

negligence and

ALEXANDRA CAMPBELL

Alexandra Campbell is a commercial disputes lawyer advising clients on a range of matters, in particular civil fraud, injunctive proceedings, professional negligence, contractual disputes, and enforcement actions. Alexandra works for both high-net-worth individuals and corporates and provides clear advice under pressure to best protect

her

HOWARD KENNEDY

Howard Kennedy is a law firm with over 150 lawyers in one central London location. We dedicate the right team to help you move forward to where you want to be. PEOPLE - HOWARD KENNEDYDR HOWARD KENNEDY OOLTEWAH TNHOWARD KENNEDY LONDONHOWARD KENNEDY MDHOWARD KENNEDY PA People. Our team of experts is here for you. We'll work closely with you to understand your business, your people, and get you the results

you need.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options,

JOHN ANNETTS

John specialises in the administration of complex and high value estates, often containing business assets and offshore elements, providing post-death tax planning and asset restructuring advice, as well advising UK individuals and families on their lifetime tax and succession planning.

DAVID HABBERSHAW

David was first diagnosed with cancer 13 years ago. He had successfully beaten it for the fourth time in September after receiving pioneering treatment, a testament to his strength and

character.

EMILY MAILER

Emily Mailer is recognised as a leading specialist in trusts and estates disputes, resolving both domestic and international cases. Emily acts for individuals, families,

ASHLEY REEBACK

Ashley advises on mid-market M&A in both the public and private company arenas. He advises on both the purchase and sale of private companies including by way of MBOs and MBIs, AIM IPOs and secondary placings and all forms of pre-IPO and early stage funding.

ALEXANDRA CAMPBELL

Alexandra Campbell is a commercial disputes lawyer advising clients on a range of matters, in particular civil fraud, injunctive proceedings, insolvency, professional negligence, contractual disputes, and enforcement actions.

VERNON DENNIS

Vernon Dennis is a highly experienced specialist in insolvency, turnaround, restructuring and business transformation. He is Head of the Business Recovery and Reconstruction group.

AYESHA SALIM

Ayesha Salim specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration, acting for and advising clients ranging from private individuals to multinational companies. CAREERS - HOWARD KENNEDY How we have evolved. We're proud of how far we've come. In the last few years alone, Howard Kennedy has undergone two mergers, culminating in an office move to 1 London Bridge.

KATE WOODGATE

Kate Woodgate is a real estate development expert advising on substantial transactions. She is Head of the Residential Development team. Kate deals with site acquisitions/assembly, forward funding arrangements, forward sale agreements, overages, options,

VERNON DENNIS

Vernon is a Fellow of R3 (The Association of Business Recovery Professionals). A regular lecturer and commentator on insolvency, he is author of The New Law of Insolvency (2003), Insolvency Law Handbook (1st Ed 2005; 2nd Ed 2007; 3rd Ed 2013 and 4th Ed 2021), Administration (2010), Liquidation (2011), and Bankruptcy (2012).

MARK STEPHENS CBE

Mark Stephens is an expert in constitutional, human rights, IP, media and regulatory work, defamation, privacy, media, art and cultural property, data protection and freedom of information, intellectual property and international arbitration disputes. HUGO MASON - HOWARD KENNEDY Hugo Mason is a former entertainment industry professional now a solicitor specialising in Media Disputes. His work with the Media Disputes team focuses on cases involving intellectual property infringement, defamation, harassment, misuse of private information,

data

CRAIG EMDEN

Craig Emden is the Managing Partner of Howard Kennedy. He is also a commercial litigator with over 30 years' experience acting for clients across a number of industries and sectors. Craig has been Managing Partner since 2017, having previously been joint Managing Partner. He delivers sustainable and profitable growth for the firm and always

DAVID PHILIPS

David Philips advises all on all types of commercial property transactions, including purchasing and financing of sites, lettings, and sales. His focus is the purchase of development sites, advising on the development process and disposal of the finished product.

LEIGH SAYLISS

Leigh Sayliss is a versatile tax lawyer advising clients on property, commercial, and employment taxes in particular. Leigh always brings commercial understanding to transactions. He is the Head of Business and Property Taxes group. Leigh advises on all areas of taxation that are relevant to the corporate/business sector.

PERVAZE AHMED

Pervaze Ahmed advises on all aspects of residential property in England and Wales. He heads up our Residential Real Estate team. Pervaze is a solicitor with a diverse client base ranging from overseas investors, high-net-worth individuals and their companies, to trust companies, trustees, investment companies, trading companies,

and banks.

ROBYN WATSON

Robyn Watson represents domestic and foreign entities in commercial disputes. She specialises in contractual disputes, financial services disputes, and professional negligence claims. She provides comprehensive and commercial advice on the interpretation and enforceability of contractual terms and possible claims arising from

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