Ashley Patterson Solicitor
Corporate and Commercial
Ashley Patterson is a Solicitor in Swinburne Maddison’s Corporate and Commercial team, having qualified in May 2023. She holds an MLaw degree from Northumbria University, which provided her with a strong foundation in corporate law.
Since joining the firm in 2017, Ashley has progressed from a PA in the Corporate team to a Trainee Solicitor and now a fully qualified solicitor, which she obtained in 2023, demonstrating her strong work ethic and commitment to continuous development. She advises businesses on corporate restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance, with a particular focus on complex tax-led solvent restructuring projects, working alongside leading regional and national tax advisors.
Ashley is known for her attention to detail and commitment to delivering the best possible outcomes for her clients, ensuring her advice is always aligned with their commercial objectives.
Ashley takes pride in understanding each client’s needs, providing strategic solutions that safeguard their interests.
- Restructuring
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Shareholders Agreements
- Succession Planning
Ashley has developed extensive experience in corporate law, handling a range of restructuring and succession planning matters. She takes a proactive and solution-driven approach, ensuring that her clients receive advice that is both technically sound and commercially practical.
Day to day, she advises on share-for-share exchanges, shareholder agreements, articles of association, and alphabet share restructures. Her ability to anticipate potential challenges and provide forward-thinking solutions is valued by her clients, particularly those in family-owned businesses looking to safeguard their legacy.
Career highlights include:
- Assisting in the sale of Amberstone Security Group Limited to US-based Argenbright Security LLC, ensuring a smooth transition for the business and its stakeholders.
- Playing a key role in the sale of John Wade (Transport) Limited and Stonegrave Aggregates Limited to Ashcourt Group Limited, guiding the clients through the legal complexities of the transaction.
Ashley is a member of the Swinburne Maddison Social Committee and is responsible for organising firm-wide social events, including summer and Christmas parties.
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