Why Vertex Law?
Banking & FinanceChambers UK 2012
IN BRIEF
For twenty years, Chambers has published the leading directories on the legal profession. Their reputation is for absolute objectivity and independence, with 100 full-time researchers interviewing thousands of lawyers and their clients across the world. This substantial, intensive research highlights the world’s best lawyers and law firms - the ones that deliver according to client needs.
To give you a truly independent view of Vertex Law, here's a summary of our entry in Chambers UK 2012.
To give you a truly independent view of Vertex Law, here's a summary of our entry in Chambers UK 2012.
IN DETAIL
BANKING & FINANCE
The South (Band 3)
Vertex Law services a diverse client base of both lenders and borrowers across a range of matters including refinancings and property-backed lending. Recent work highlights include advising Santander on its provision of around £8 million worth of loan and invoice finance facilities to MTS Cleansing and Composting Facilities Services. Other major clients include Pavilion Property Group, Close Property Finance and NatWest.
Key individuals
James Beatton demonstrates particular expertise in the corporate finance sphere. Clients consider him to be 'very helpful in simplifying the detailed and complex, and also pragmatic about the legal versus commercial aspects of arrangements.'
CORPORATE /M&A
The South: Kent & Sussex (Band 1)
Despite challenging economic conditions, the team remains busy advising on refinancings, seller-backed MBOs and a number of distressed transactions. It continues to be a popular choice amongst clients, especially for deals in the healthcare and food industries. Its client roster includes Brake Bros, Paydens Group and Day Lewis Group.
Despite challenging economic conditions, the team remains busy advising on refinancings, seller-backed MBOs and a number of distressed transactions. It continues to be a popular choice amongst clients, especially for deals in the healthcare and food industries. Its client roster includes Brake Bros, Paydens Group and Day Lewis Group.
Key individuals
James Beatton and 'pedigree lawyer' Trevor Carney recently advised Charlton Athletic FC on the MBO of Charlton Athletic Football Company, Charlton Athletic Holdings and Charlton Athletic. Salim Somjee joins from Clarkson Wright & Jakes and focuses on providing advice to company directors and shareholders on a number of corporate issues.
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
The South: Kent & Sussex (Band 3)
This 'very strong team' of 'dynamic individuals' enters the rankings this year following high praise from clients and peers alike. The practice acts in a broad range of commercial and corporate disputes including IP, contractual, and partnership and shareholder issues.
The South: Kent & Sussex (Band 3)
This 'very strong team' of 'dynamic individuals' enters the rankings this year following high praise from clients and peers alike. The practice acts in a broad range of commercial and corporate disputes including IP, contractual, and partnership and shareholder issues.
Client service
'Very responsive and pragmatic.'
Commercial awareness
'We got direct and clear advice on the business side of things.'
Key individuals
Head of department Rebecca Tinham receives high praise from sources as a litigator who is 'tenacious and forthright' and who is 'willing to front up to the opposition.' Clients greatly admire her 'very commercial and constructive' approach.
'Very responsive and pragmatic.'
Commercial awareness
'We got direct and clear advice on the business side of things.'
Key individuals
Head of department Rebecca Tinham receives high praise from sources as a litigator who is 'tenacious and forthright' and who is 'willing to front up to the opposition.' Clients greatly admire her 'very commercial and constructive' approach.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The South (Band 3)
Vertex Law acts for a range of clients, from start-up technology companies to large multinational corporates. Sources say that the team comprises experienced and dedicated solicitors who are 'focused on achieving the best result for the client.'
Vertex Law acts for a range of clients, from start-up technology companies to large multinational corporates. Sources say that the team comprises experienced and dedicated solicitors who are 'focused on achieving the best result for the client.'
Client service
'The service is professional, and the presentation is excellent. They get things resolved quickly.'
Commercial awareness
'We needed to be sure that we were entering into a commercially viable agreement, and the firm was supportive and pragmatic in that regard.'
Key individuals
Irfan Baluch was an experienced software developer before he qualified as a lawyer. Sources say: 'He is a reliable, pragmatic individual. I think he's effective at building a strong and lasting client relationship, and his experience in the technology sector has been helpful in giving a commercial, all-round viewpoint.'
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
The South (Band 2)
This impressive team performs well across a number of industry sectors, although it is best known for its expertise in matters relating to software. Interviewees admire it for 'avoiding a timber-lined, fusty old law firm approach,' and appreciate its open manner towards building relationships. Notable clients include card payment system developer Commidea and Planit Holdings, a supplier of kitchen and bathroom design software.
Key individuals
Irfan Baluch focuses on the commercialisation of IP rights for clients in the technology and media sectors. Clients say his style is 'calm, placid and gentlemanly,' yet add that 'his legs are working like billy-o below the surface.' Pete Kenyon is much admired by clients for combining tactical nous with a relaxed style. They also approve that he is 'extremely switched on to the commercial realities.'
REAL ESTATE
The South: Kent, Sussex & Surrey (Band 4)
RESTRUCTURING/INSOLVENCY
The South (Band 3)
This Kent-based team advises insolvency practitioners, companies and directors on a variety of insolvency and restructuring matters. Clients include Bridge Business Recovery, CCW Recovery Solutions and Harris Lipman.
Key individuals
Head of the team James Beatton is 'personable, professional and inspires confidence.' He has particular expertise in advising businesses on restructuring and turnaround.
This impressive team performs well across a number of industry sectors, although it is best known for its expertise in matters relating to software. Interviewees admire it for 'avoiding a timber-lined, fusty old law firm approach,' and appreciate its open manner towards building relationships. Notable clients include card payment system developer Commidea and Planit Holdings, a supplier of kitchen and bathroom design software.
Key individuals
Irfan Baluch focuses on the commercialisation of IP rights for clients in the technology and media sectors. Clients say his style is 'calm, placid and gentlemanly,' yet add that 'his legs are working like billy-o below the surface.' Pete Kenyon is much admired by clients for combining tactical nous with a relaxed style. They also approve that he is 'extremely switched on to the commercial realities.'
REAL ESTATE
The South: Kent, Sussex & Surrey (Band 4)
This West Malling firm's real estate team focuses on key industry sectors: education, secured lending and healthcare. The team comprises two partners and six fee earners. One recent work highlight is the team's recent advice to Biossence on an option to purchase land forming part of Ayleford Paper Mills. The practice also handled various securities instructions for Close Property Finance. The group counts among its clients Canterbury Christ Church University, Finnforest UK and Day Lewis.
RESTRUCTURING/INSOLVENCY
The South (Band 3)
This Kent-based team advises insolvency practitioners, companies and directors on a variety of insolvency and restructuring matters. Clients include Bridge Business Recovery, CCW Recovery Solutions and Harris Lipman.
Key individuals
Head of the team James Beatton is 'personable, professional and inspires confidence.' He has particular expertise in advising businesses on restructuring and turnaround.
