Corporate law specialist joins Lodders

Midlands and South West law firm Lodders has appointed corporate law specialist Steve Halkett as an equity partner to enhance its corporate and M&A services.

Steve joins Lodders after 18 years at Wright Hassall, where he led the corporate team and drove significant growth. 

At Lodders, he will work alongside partners Graham Spalding and Bradley Quin to further develop the Business Services group’s corporate and restructuring offerings. 

He will also help the firm achieve its strategic growth goals.

Lodders’ Business Services group focuses on advising business owners on acquisitions, disposals and corporate change, with typical deal values ranging from £5 million to £50 million.

Graham Spalding, partner and head of Lodders’ Business Services group, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Steve to the team. 

“His energy, ambition, and strong regional and national connections, make him a perfect fit as we target continued growth. 

“With a wealth of experience working with entrepreneurial decision-makers of privately-owned businesses, including those in the tech and gaming industries, Steve adds great strength and specialist expertise to the team. 

“Demand for Lodders’ corporate law services show no sign of slowing down. 

“Steve will help fuel our growth ambitions and deal volume, as we seek to expand our offering in the West Midlands, the M40 corridor towards London, Cheltenham, and our original heartland in Warwickshire.”

Paul Mourton, managing partner at Lodders, added: “Steve is a significant hire and addition to Lodders’ equity partnership, as a highly respected lawyer and key player not just in the regions we operate but beyond. 

“His dynamic and collaborative approach make him a great cultural fit and will ensure continued cohesion across our specialist teams. 

“I am delighted to welcome Steve to the firm and am sure that he will prove a fantastic catalyst for the ongoing growth of our successful Business Services group.”

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