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Marlowe Reid
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Corporate & Commercial

Formation, deals, contracts and governance for growing companies.

We act as outside general counsel to founders, family businesses and mid-market companies. From the first shareholder agreement to the sale of the business, we keep deals moving and keep risk where it belongs.

What we handle

  • Company formation and shareholder agreements
  • Mergers, acquisitions and disposals
  • Commercial contracts and supplier terms
  • Venture and growth financing
  • Board governance and compliance
  • Joint ventures and partnerships

Results in this practice

$310M

Sale of a regional logistics group

Advised the founding family on the sale to a strategic buyer, including a staged earn-out and management rollover.

Acquisition, 2024

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different and depends on its own facts.

Questions about corporate & commercial

Do you work with early-stage companies?

Yes. We offer fixed-fee packages for formation, founder agreements and first financing rounds so costs are clear from day one.

Can you act as our general counsel?

Many clients retain us on a monthly basis for day-to-day contract review, employment questions and board support.

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