Following a record-breaking financial year, leading South West law firm Stephens Scown has been recognised for its strength in the M&A marketplace with shortlistings across three categories in the Insider South West Dealmakers Awards, including for Law Firm of the Year.
Alongside its nomination for Law Firm of the Year, Stephens Scown is shortlisted for both Small Deal of the Year, and Large Deal of the Year. The former is for the sale of The Falcon House, The Brendon Arms, and The Old Lifeboat House, while the latter is for the management buyout of XYZ Machine Tools.
Both deals were completed by the firm’s Corporate team, which was recently bolstered by a series of new arrivals and internal promotions. Led by Partners Laurie Trounce and Giles Dunning, the team has continued its growth over the last year, and the nominations are recognition for the expertise and outstanding client work on offer throughout.
The team offers services across both public and private sectors, giving unparalleled insight into current and future challenges and responses, both regionally and nationally.
Speaking about the shortlisting, Laurie said, “It’s rewarding to see the hard work and excellence of the team be recognised in the awards. After winning Small Deal of the Year in 2024, we’ve only grown in strength and done more work supporting businesses with our expanded team. As we continue to progress and develop, we’re delighted to see our efforts recognised, and to be seen as a leading player in the South West.”
Giles added, “Following our success at the 2024 awards, it’s testament to the work of the team that we are once again nominated, and across multiple categories. I’ve witnessed first-hand the team’s commitment to achieving the best possible result for our clients, and I’m hugely proud of what we’ve achieved, and what we will continue to achieve, as a leading regional firm.”
With the ceremony scheduled for the 26 June, the nominations mark Stephens Scown as a regional heavyweight in the sector, and one which continues to make its mark across the South West.