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3 03 Because tomorrow there may be an opportunity Because tomorrow things may go wrong Because you need a law firm to guide you through whatever tomorrow may bring.

4 04 No matter how small or large your organisation and whether you are just starting up or running a well-established business, we can help you ensure it exceeds its goals and protect it from risks.

5 05 Their understanding of our business means they offer the best possible combination of quality and cost Chambers UK A Client s Guide to the UK Legal Profession A bit about us Founded in 1937 by Sidney Kingsley and Sir David Napley, the firm grew from a litigation and property practice to become best known for its representation on criminal and fraud matters: acting for clients in the 1980s and 90s such as Jeremy Thorpe, Nick Leeson, Ian Maxwell and General Pinochet. Moving into the new millennium, the firm expanded its business services sectors, acting on high value merger and acquisition deals such as the purchase of the London Heliport while continuing to act in high profile criminal and regulatory investigations. We built a reputation in employment, advising regulators such as the Health Professions Council and acting for Chief Police Officers. Our highly rated clinical negligence team won record damages for a child suffering from cerebral palsy while our family department acted in reported financial and child abduction cases. The firm now comprises a diverse range of practice areas providing support to our equally diverse clients who know they will be supported in all areas of their business and private life.

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8 08 Always ten steps ahead of the game never fails to resolve an issue Chambers UK A Client s Guide to the UK Legal Profession Starting out and building your business From your choice of business premises through to drafting and negotiating shareholder and partnership agreements, developing your brand and protecting intellectual property rights, we have it covered. We can also help you navigate your way through rapidly changing employment laws to keep your team productive and motivated.

9 09 How we can help Our widely respected and expert teams can advise you in relation to: Getting the right legal structure Drafting your shareholder and partnership agreements Securing finance Securing appropriate business premises Employing your staff and providing you with employment contracts, directors service agreements and staff handbooks tailored to meet the unique needs of your business Ensuring your employees have the correct permission to work in the UK Drafting commercial contracts and agreements Protecting your brand name, goodwill and other intellectual property rights

10 10 Managing and growing your organisation

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12 12 Their ability to put themselves in their clients shoes sets them apart Chambers UK A Client s guide to the UK Legal Profession Managing and growing your organisation Regardless of the sector in which your organisation operates, leading, managing and growing it is a daily challenge. We can help you turn the opportunities and challenges into successes by providing focused and commercial advice.

13 13 We can support you in a number of areas including: Corporate matters Mergers and acquisitions Borrowing and re-financing Re-organising the legal structure Shareholder and partnership arrangements Venture capital, business angel and private equity investments Joint ventures Exits, including sale, MBO/MBI and listings Commercial issues Agency and distribution arrangements Branding, endorsement and sponsorship Image rights Sports contracts and regulatory matters Data protection and privacy Franchising Information technology Intellectual property Outsourcing projects People Directors duties and fiduciary obligations Employer and partner obligations Employment contracts UK and global immigration services Staff handbooks Directors service agreements Staff reorganisation Team moves and departures, including enforcing restrictive covenants to protect your business Compromise agreements Grievance and disciplinary Performance management matters Wealth protection, succession planning and personal tax Business premises Construction and site development Drafting and negotiating complex agreements Planning and regeneration Tenants and occupiers Investment Property finance Property disputes

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16 16 an anchor in the middle of the storm Chambers UK A Client s guide to the UK Legal Profession When things go wrong Whatever you do to safeguard your business from risk, sometimes things go wrong. When they do, you need the best people and the best advice so you can carry on doing what you do. We can offer support and guidance to owner-managers, directors and senior personnel.

17 17 very focused, understands the client s requirements and the urgency The Legal 500 UK Areas we assist with include: Competition, regulatory, fraud and financial services investigations Judicial review and other issues arising out of your dealings with central government and other public bodies Immigration related issues including appeals Corporate issues The impact and scope of the Bribery Act in the UK Corporate reputation management Corporate criminal liability Criminal liability for directors and senior officers Liability for corporate manslaughter and health & safety Internal investigations for allegations of criminal activity, illegal working and sponsor compliance issues, regulatory breaches e.g. insider trading Asset tracing, freezing and unfreezing of assets, injunctions, restraint and confiscation Litigation and disputes involving Breaches of contracts Personnel, shareholders, directors and partners, whistle-blowing, discrimination allegations and more Agencies and distributors Passing off and trademark infringement Copyright infringement Domain name and technology rights Franchises Environmental law Public procurement Data protection and privacy Bankruptcy, insolvency and administration Pre-packs and distressed business sales Procedural issues Liability for wrongful and fraudulent trading Business turnarounds

18 18 praise rolls in from all fronts for listening and responding to concerns on improving service (and) turning cases around quickly Chambers UK A Client s guide to the UK Legal Profession Understanding you Our corporate client base is as diverse as our firm s legal services: acting for many of the major regulatory bodies in the UK as well as global and international organisations and financial institutions, hoteliers, developers, technology start up companies and other entrepreneurs. We also act for many other law firms. Our strength and breadth of expertise means that we can provide support for our clients in all areas of their business and private lives. Many of our lawyers are leaders in their field and our client care is highly ranked by the legal directories. We are known for combining creative and commercial solutions with pragmatism and a sensitive approach, while always ready to fight our clients corner. Building a strong relationship between our lawyers and you as a client is key. We work hard to match clients with lawyers who have the right mix of skills, experience and approach in order to achieve the best possible outcome for you and your business. We have always acted for clients who are in the public eye or whose situation creates media interest. Often our aim will be to help you minimise reputational damage to your business and the directors within it, where there is a need to do so.

19 Meet the team Our practice areas and their leaders CHOC FULL OF CLEVER OPERATORS Chambers UK A Client s Guide to the UK Legal Profession KATE ROHDE Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury n E krohde@kingsleynapley.co.uk n T +44 (0) RICHARD FOSS Dispute Resolution n E rfoss@kingsleynapley.co.uk n T +44 (0) NICK ROLLASON Immigration n E nrollason@kingsleynapley.co.uk n T +44 (0) PAUL HARBOUR Real Estate n E pharbour@kingsleynapley.co.uk n T +44 (0) JANE KEIR Senior Partner n E jkeir@kingsleynapley.co.uk n T +44 (0) KEITH McALISTER Corporate and Commercial n E kmcalister@kingsleynapley.co.uk n T +44 (0) RICHARD FOX Employment n E rfox@kingsleynapley.co.uk n T +44 (0) MATTHEW DUNCAN Private Client n E mduncan@kingsleynapley.co.uk n T +44 (0) JOHN HARDING Regulatory and Professional Discipline n E jharding@kingsleynapley.co.uk n T +44 (0) LINDA WOOLLEY Managing Partner n E lwoolley@kingsleynapley.co.uk n T +44 (0) STEPHEN PARKINSON Criminal Litigation n E sparkinson@kingsleynapley.co.uk n T +44 (0) CHARLOTTE BRADLEY Family, Relationships and Divorce n E cbradley@kingsleynapley.co.uk n T +44 (0) ADAM CHAPMAN Public Law n E achapman@kingsleynapley.co.uk n T +44 (0)

20 Kingsley Napley LLP Knights Quarter 14 St John s Lane London EC1M 4AJ t +44 (0) f +44 (0) dx 22 Chancery Lane w e info@kingsleynapley.co.uk Kingsley Napley LLP is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. This publication is printed on paper from a sustainable source. Kingsley Napley is an internationally recognised law firm based in central London. Our wide range of expertise means that we can provide support for our clients in all areas of their business and private life. Many of our lawyers are leaders in their field and our practice areas are highly ranked by the legal directories. We are known for combining creative solutions with pragmatism and a friendly, sensitive approach. The relationship between lawyer and client is key. We work hard to match clients with lawyers who have the right mix of skills, experience and approach in order to achieve the best possible outcome.