People Liberates Clarke Willmott and Birmingham City Football Club Clarke Willmott, a leading law firm in the UK, has announced the acquisition of People, a boutique corporate finance advisory firm specializing in the sports and leisure industry. This strategic move strengthens Clarke Willmott’s presence in the sports sector and enhances its ability to serve clients in this growing market. As part of the acquisition, People’s team of experienced professionals, led by Managing Director Jeremy Rosen, will join Clarke Willmott’s Birmingham office. The team will continue to focus on providing bespoke advisory services to clients in the sports industry, including clubs, owners, investors, and governing bodies. One notable client of People is Birmingham City Football Club, a historic English Championship club. People has been advising Birmingham City for several years, providing strategic guidance on commercial matters and assisting with key transactions, such as player transfers and stadium redevelopment. The acquisition of People by Clarke Willmott is expected to create a formidable partnership in the Birmingham sports industry. Together, the two firms will offer a comprehensive range of legal, financial, and advisory services to support the growth and success of sports clubs, investors, and other stakeholders. Clarke Willmott’s Managing Director, Stephen Rosser, commented: “We are delighted to welcome People and its talented team to Clarke Willmott. Their expertise in the sports sector complements our existing legal services and will enable us to provide a more holistic offering to our clients in this dynamic and competitive industry.” Jeremy Rosen, Managing Director of People, added: “Joining forces with Clarke Willmott is a natural fit for us. We share a collaborative and client-centric approach, and together we can create a powerful platform for the sports industry in Birmingham and beyond.” The acquisition of People is the latest in a series of investments by Clarke Willmott aimed at strengthening its position in key sectors. The firm has recently expanded its teams in banking, real estate, and private wealth management, demonstrating its commitment to providing high-quality legal and advisory services to businesses and individuals across the UK.Law Firm Freeths Launches Trusts, Estates, and Tax Offering in Birmingham
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People liberates Clarke Willmott and Birmingham City Football Club Birmingham City Football Club has agreed a new three-year partnership with leading law firm Clarke Willmott LLP. The deal will see Clarke Willmott become the Club’s Official Legal Partner and will provide a range of legal services to Birmingham City, including commercial, employment, property and intellectual property law. Clarke Willmott is a national law firm with offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton and Taunton. The firm has a strong track record in advising sports clubs and organisations, and has worked with a number of high-profile clients in the sector. Birmingham City’s Commercial Director, Ian Dutton, said: “We are delighted to welcome Clarke Willmott as our Official Legal Partner. The firm has a wealth of experience in the sports sector and we are confident that they will be a valuable asset to the Club.” Clarke Willmott’s Partner and Head of Sport, David Allen, said: “We are delighted to be working with Birmingham City Football Club. The Club is a major force in the Midlands and we are looking forward to supporting their continued success.”
