Freeths LLP

Freeths LLP handles the full suite of corporate finance and transactional work on behalf of a diverse client roster ranging from SMEs and individual entrepreneurs to listed public companies. The group also offers deep sector expertise across healthcare, pharmaceuticals and life sciences, technology and software, automotive and transport, TMT, and hospitality and leisure. Managing partner in Milton Keynes, Jonathan Hambleton, leads the department and has considerable experience in M&A, MBOs, joint ventures and corporate restructuring with a particular focus on the hospitality industry. Gary Smith's robust practice continues to emphasise private company sales and acquisitions as well as private equity investments and MBOs. Natalie Drought  is a key name for matters in the drinks, hospitality and leisure sectors, where she counsels key clients on complex transactions including solvent and insolvent M&A, restructuring and commercial contracts. James Cowell remains sought after for his experience on M&A, acquisition finance, and private equity transactions; he comes recommended as ‘very understanding’ and for always having ’the client at the centre of his thinking’.