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We can advise directors, creditors and office holders on issues arising from all informal and formal corporate insolvency processes including:

  • restructuring and turnaround advice when facing insolvency (of the company/partnership itself or of a supplier/funder);
  • advising directors on duties and liabilities when faced with insolvency or where the relevant entity is of dubious solvency;
  • advising as to out of court administrator appointments, as well as court applications for an administration order;
  • acting in relation to pre-pack and in administration sale and purchases;
  • issuing and defending winding up petitions;
  • bringing and defending claims issued pursuant to the Companies Act(s), such as misfeasance and breach of duties;
  • advising office holders on claims under the Insolvency Act 1986,  including transactions at an undervalue, preferences, section 423 claims, wrongful trading and fraudulent trading;
  • acting in relation to claims of re-use of a prohibited name following insolvency;
  • advising on directors disqualification proceedings;
  • advising all relevant parties in respect of company voluntary arrangements.

"Its been refreshing to deal with somebody as professional and efficient as yourself, especially your prompt communication throughout. These seem to be rare attributes these days."

"James dealt with matters very efficiently and empathetically and always answered telephone calls and queries the same day - excellent communication from him."

"Richard dealt with my case very effectively, in a friendly and professional manner, and I was always treated with respect. I will definitely use Wards again."

For further information, please contact our Company and Commercial Services Partner Marina MacLennan on 0117 929 2811 or email marina.maclennan@wards.uk.com.

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