Insolvency

We have many years experience in all aspects of insolvency and are recognised as experts in our field. Our lawyers are members of the Insolvency Lawyers Association and the Association of Business Recovery Professionals (R3).

The team are recognised in Legal 500 and Chambers.

The partners have all particularly impressed me and I have also been impressed by all other members and employees of the firm. They are excellent in all fields in which I employ them, in particular to corporate insolvency matters.’ ”Legal 500

‘Paul Rushworth is my key contact. Paul’s understanding of Insolvency is, as you would expect, considerable but it is the application and commercial thought behind the advice that sets Paul apart.’ ”Legal 500

‘Fantastically skilled insolvency litigators. A pleasure to work with and very effective and economical.’ ”Legal 500

“Singled out for first-rate client service. Particularly noted for specialist expertise in contentious insolvency and asset recovery work, which the firm conducts on a CFA basis….They provide a good service. They have a true insolvency practice, and I would say that they stand out in the market.” Chambers

We largely act for Insolvency Practitioners nationwide (from sole practitioners to multi- national practices) who have already been appointed as office holders. We understand the importance in developing strong working relationships with Insolvency Practitioners and their staff. Every client relationship is based upon an understanding as to how that particular client expects the service to be delivered.

In contentious matters, we regularly act for Insolvency Practitioners under the terms of conditional fee agreements. This therefore gives our clients the comfort that unless we are successful then they will not be liable for our costs and indeed the creditors will not see the available funds depleted by payment of legal costs.

Our areas of expertise include:

Pre-Insolvency advice
Administrations
Corporate and Personal Voluntary Arrangements
Voluntary Liquidations
Winding up Petitions
Bankruptcy Asset/Business transfer and sale by Office Holder
Setting aside antecedent transactions
Claims against directors/shadow directors for wrongful trading and misfeasance claims
Asset and debt recovery
Property litigation
Technical support for Insolvency Practitioners

We also act for others affected by insolvency such as businesses/individuals who face financial difficulties and directors of insolvent companies who require advice in defending claims brought by office holders.

We always ensure that the legal advice given will be relevant, practical and commercial and they will enthusiastically strive at all times to obtain the best possible results.

If you would like to discuss any insolvency related issues with us then please contact Paul Rushworth pr@clarkemairs.com.