Wake Smith Solicitors bolsters corporate team

Sheffield-based Wake Smith Solicitors has appointed Tom Goff as head of corporate, enhancing its services for South Yorkshire’s growing businesses. 

A specialist in corporate M&A and venture capital, Sheffield-born Tom brings extensive experience advising founders, entrepreneurs, and investors on transactions from venture capital investments to mergers and acquisitions.

Previously a City of London solicitor and senior investment manager at the British Business Bank, Tom adds valuable expertise in equity financing and corporate governance. 

He will lead Wake Smith’s corporate team, which has been recognised for its work with award nominations, including Deal of the Year (under £10 million) for its work on the sale of Sheffield’s WK West Ltd, as well as overall Corporate Law firm of the Year at the South Yorkshire Dealmakers Awards.

Tom, who has degrees in artificial intelligence and law, said: “The Sheffield city region has a long and enviable history as a world-class centre of makers, collaborators and innovators. 

“I am incredibly proud of the spirit and commitment the people of my home town are known for. It is fantastic to see the region building on that legacy as it continues to attract global talent and investment.

“Wake Smith has its own proud legacy of supporting the industries and people of Sheffield and South Yorkshire. 

“As a leading law firm headquartered here in Sheffield, I am delighted to join the team and thrilled at the opportunity to help advance the next generation of growth and innovation here in our region.”

Neil Salter, chairman at Wake Smith Solicitors, added: “Tom’s hire is an important addition for Wake Smith and reinforces the Wake Smith marque. 

“This is as an incredible opportunity to bring a new skills set into the firm at a time when Sheffield and the wider South Yorkshire and North Derbyshire regions are attracting investment, unlocking growth and achieving ambitious plans especially in manufacturing technology and processes, advanced materials and health and life-sciences.”

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