Andrew Jackson Solicitors LLP has a ‘proactive and very responsive’ corporate and commercial team, with vast experience advising clients on complex international transactions. A particular strength of the team lies in advising tech companies in undertaking software and hardware development, with members also skilled at handling matters in the food and renewables sectors. Andrew Funnell ‘goes the extra mile’ for his clients, with knowledge of the engineering sector. Funnell works closely with corporate finance specialist Nicholas Scott to deliver ‘a great service with excellent communication’. Keith Benton joined the practice in April 2025.
Corporate and commercial: Hull and East Yorkshire in Yorkshire
Andrew Jackson Solicitors LLP
Practice head(s):
Andrew Funnell
Other key lawyers:
Nicholas Scott; Martin Frost; Samuel Peake; Keith Benton
Testimonials
‘The commitment to understanding their clients, particularly well versed in understanding different business models and listening to your questions and concerns.’
‘Particularly Martin Frost, he has gone over and above to help us achieve what we need to as a business. In new acquisitions and also follow up and other discussions.’
‘The team are proactive and very responsive. The level of communication to the client is excellent.’
‘The individuals I dealt with were available when required, and if otherwise engaged they returned my calls/dealt with my queries in a very timely manner. I was always appraised of the ongoing situation at all times.’
‘Really appreciate Martin Frost and Samuel Peake and the wider team in guiding us through countless deals, transactions and situations.’
‘All the skills and capabilities of a larger regional firm, whilst retaining a local feel with great service and partners that show a genuine interest in our businesses.’
‘Andrew Funnell goes the extra mile, his superpower is his ability to concentrate for extended periods of time and plough through masses of information on tight timescales, with laser focus and accuracy. Nick Scott works alongside Andrew and delivers a great service with excellent communication keeping us informed of progress at all stages of a transaction.’
Key clients
Ashcourt Group Limited
Attis Insurance Brokers Limited
Advanced Plastics Group Limited
Integra Buildings Limited
Ideal Boilers Limited
Singleton Birch Limited
Walker Crips Group Plc
Dacre Son & Hartley Limited
Delta Group Engineering Limited
Mainprize Offshore Ltd
SIS (Science in Sport) Ltd
CPD Direct Limited
Bostonair Group (including Boston Energy)
Thompson Commercials Group Limited
John Good Group
Blended Products Limited
Modular Movements Ltd
Portland Fuel Limited
Lincoln & York
BW Industries Limited
Newbegin Holdings Limited
N & P Electrical Limited
New Century Foods Limited
Sewell Group Limited
Sodexo Limited
Spectrum Workplace Technology Group Limited
WJTT Group Limited
Cambridge Glasshouse Company Limited (t/a CambridgeHOK)
Riva Paoletti Limited (t/a Riva Home)
News & Ireland UK Limited
Work highlights
- Advised the Gould family on the sale of their shareholding in the food and drink wholesaler, Turner & Price Limited, to Caterfood Holdings Limited.
- Representing the sole shareholder of York Pullman Bus Company Limited in the transaction involving the sale of the company to First Bus plc.
- Acting on behalf of Good Travel Management Limited on the acquisition of a primarily business travel agency and management company.
Gosschalks
Gosschalks‘ corporate department is ‘hardworking and innovative’, and has a ‘very good understanding of the commercial nature of transactions’. Members of the team are adept at handling complex matters, advising on complex M&A, large-group reorganisations, and joint ventures. The team is increasingly active on matters in the renewables sector, particularly related to renewables financing and sales of high-value renewable assets. Nigel Beckwith leads the team, with private equity experts Andrew Tarbutt and Paul Plaxton playing a key role. Emma Orriss is also a noteworthy name.
Practice head(s):
Nigel Beckwith
Other key lawyers:
Andrew Tarbutt; Paul Plaxton; Emma Orriss; Charlotte Chilcott
Testimonials
‘Gosschalks are simply the most friendly and tactile team, where behind the smile is a ruthlessly efficient machine. Their skills and depth of knowledge on their legal portfolio is second to none.’
‘The Corporate and Commercial Team have dealt with various business acquisitions and disposals on my behalf. Collaboration has always been second to none, efficient communication and a wealth of knowledge and expertise in this niche area of law. A very good understanding of the commercial nature of transactions rather than just the fine print!’
‘Nigel Beckwith ( Partner) – an outstanding Contributor from a negotiation standpoint. Emma Orris – ( Partner) – No stone unturned! and excellent communication skills. Andrew Tarbutt – A wealth of experience and thinks outside the box.’
Key clients
ResQ Limited
SLS Group Limited
Ideal Boilers Limited
WHM Pet Group Limited
The 55 Group Limited
Wilkin Chapman Rollits
Wilkin Chapman Rollits is praised as ‘one of the top law firms in the region’, with a wealth of experience acting on leading banking and funding matters. Members of the team routinely act for PLCs, private companies, joint ventures, and LLPs on a wide range of leading matters. John Flanagan and Ian Sherburn are key to the practice; Flanagan has extensive expertise advising on company structures and corporate governance for SMEs. Sarah Kemp is ‘one of the best corporate partners in this region’ and is noted alongside Richard Field.
Practice head(s):
John Flanagan; Ian Sherburn
Other key lawyers:
Sarah Kemp; Richard Field
Testimonials
‘Wilkin Chapman Rollits are one of the top law firms in the region. They have a highly diverse team and embrace technology throughout.’
‘Sarah Kemp is one of the best corporate partners in this region. Her attention to detail is unrivalled and that combined with her commercial acumen and her passion for ensuring clients get best advice is phenomenal.’
‘Sarah Kemp and the team and Wilkin Chapman Rollits were professional and personable, providing pragmatic advice to our client. We worked on a complex cross-boarder transaction, and Sarah provided clear and concise legal advice making sure our client understood what was happening at each stage.’
‘Sarah Kemp was professional and personable, providing pragmatic advice to our client and made what was a complex cross-boarder transaction enjoyable.’
‘The team are very collaborative when working with other advisers and offer practical real world advice.’
‘The team has good quality throughout and that depth of expertise is important on larger transactions. It is clear from the outside that the team have excellent communication and work closely to ensure they achieve the desired outcome for their clients.’
Key clients
Minstergate Holdings Limited
RMS Ports Limited
KABE Holdings Limited
F D Bird Partnership / Yarrow Aggregates Ltd
The Shareholders of Holivans Limited
Green Wood Parks Limited
Interdoor Holdings Limited
Work highlights
- Advised Minstergate Holdings Limited on the purchase of TJS Self Drive.
- Advised Green Wood Parks Limited on the purchase of Northcliffe and Seaview Holiday Parks in Whitby together with a multi-million pound refinance with Barclays.
- Advised the shareholders of Holivans Limited on the sale of Holivans Caravan Park in Skegness to Haven Leisure Limited.