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What is the difference between an asset or share sale?

Rebecca Gerrard

Posted2023-10-03 00:00
AuthorRebecca Gerrard

Are you considering selling your business? One of the first considerations will be how to structure the sale. You can either sell the shares or the assets of the company. There are different reasons as to why you may choose an asset or...

Harrowells advises on Poppleton butchers acquisition

Posted2022-12-05 17:14
AuthorMatt Rowley

A well-known community butcher’s shop near York has been acquired and re-named in a deal advised by Harrowells. Viking Butchers, now Poppleton Village Butchers, has been acquired by Danny Hopcutt (pictured right), owner of a nearby wholesale...

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Love Cheese acquired in MBO deal advised by Harrowells

Posted2022-11-16 00:00
AuthorMatt Rowley

A well-known York city centre gourmet food and wine retailer and tourist destination has been acquired in a management buy out (MBO), advised by the corporate team at Harrowells. Love Cheese, Gillygate, which has customers throughout the UK, has been bought...

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Why are statutory books important? A short guide for business owners.

Posted2022-10-11 00:00
AuthorMatt Rowley

Under the Companies Act 2006, companies, whether public or private, are legally required to keep and maintain an up-to-date statutory register. These statutory registers are commonly referred to as “statutory books”. Despite this duty imposed on...

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Great results for Harrowells in the Legal 500 2023 report

Posted2022-09-29 00:00
AuthorPeter Mills

Legal 500 have just published their latest report (‘the 2023 edition’) and the firm has, once again, achieved a strong showing. We have received formal recognition of our excellent service delivery and high technical standards across nine...

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Feedback published in the Legal 500 (2025 edition), Agriculture & Estates
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Feedback published in the Legal 500 (2025 edition), Clinical Negligence & Personal Injury
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Feedback published in the Legal 500 (2025 edition), Family Law
'When dealing with Harrowells as a customer, you very soon become aware of their exceptional professional skills. You are carefully guided through the various processes involved in your case. Whatever you ask is answered and fully explained in great, but understandable, detail.'
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