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Our corporate expertise in action : Cambridge M&A deals

Our Corporate & Commercial team has been closely involved in a number of mergers and acquisitions across Cambridge’s thriving business community. Over the past year, the team has completed several notable deals, with its strong local presence and practical, hands-on approach proving key to delivering successful deals.

Recent Cambridge deals: delivering impact and growth

Measuring up to new heights with Hawkins & Associates

We advised Hawkins & Associates (Hawkins), global forensic investigation specialists founded in Cambridge in 1980, on their acquisition of two well-established quantity surveyor firms operating in seperate jurisdictions.

The deal allowed Hawkins to bolster its existing service offerings, enhancing its ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary cases more effectively.  Now operating from offices around the globe, the combined business offers clients international reach and a service that stands out in the market.

You can find out more here.

Sowing success with Flora-tec Ltd

We advised Flora-tec Limited, a leading UK horticultural services company based in Cambridge, on its successful sale to Outco Bidco Limited. The transaction marked a major milestone for Flora-tec, aligning it with a complementary business and enabling it to scale up through the infrastructure of a larger group.

Our team provided end-to-end support under significant time pressure, adopting a responsive, solutions-focused approach throughout. The client regularly joined us in our Cambridge office to work through key aspects of the deal in person, reflecting our personal touch.

You can find out more here.

Supporting Cambridge’s business community

We continue to support a diverse range of Cambridge-based businesses through complex transactions. Our knowledge of the local market, combined with national and international deal experience, means we are well placed to guide clients at every stage of their growth.

From acquisitions and disposals to joint ventures and restructures, our team brings commercial insight, legal precision, and a collaborative mindset to every deal.

Recognised for excellence

Our work in Cambridge has been further recognised in the 2026 editions of The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, where we have been ranked for our Corporate M&A expertise, particularly in advising SMEs and owner-managed businesses. These accolades reflect our ongoing commitment to delivering outstanding results for our clients.

Thinking about your next business move?

If you are planning to grow your business (whether through an acquisition, merger, strategic exit or a collaboration) we would love to hear from you. Our Corporate & Commercial team is here to support your next move with clear, practical advice and a focus on what matters most to you.

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