Paul Matthews

Job Title
Director & Head of Corporate and Commercial Team

Offices
Accrington
Bacup
Blackburn
Bury
Clitheroe
Great Harwood
Haslingden
Rawtenstall
Salford

Telephone
0161 761 8075

Legal Specialism
Corporate and Commercial Law

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Paul Matthews joined the firm in 2016 and is a Director, member of the board and Head of the Corporate and Commercial Team. 

After attaining a law degree from the University of Birmingham, Paul gained experience as a specialist corporate and commercial solicitor before spending 17 years as a partner at a Manchester city centre law firm.

Paul specialises in corporate transactions including company and business sales and acquisitions, management buyouts, company reorganisations, shareholder agreements, joint ventures, partnership agreements and general company and partnership law issues.

He also advises across a full range of general commercial and contractual matters to ensure companies have up-to-date and robust documentation in place to support their trading activities.  Paul also specialises in constitutional work for clubs and associations (both incorporated and unincorporated).

Paul’s ability to advise on both corporate and commercial matters is particularly appreciated by SMEs, family companies and owner managed businesses whom Paul has extensive experience of advising on a wide variety of business related matters.

Clients benefit from Paul’s strategic and commercial understanding of the needs of their businesses and directors, founded on long-term working relationships, and his provision of proactive advice which is delivered in line with the wider objectives of the business.

Paul has particular strength in drafting bespoke documentation for unusual corporate transactions and contractual arrangements and is valued by his clients for the creative solutions he provides to help them achieve their goals.

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Testimonials

  • We are grateful to Paul and the team at WHN Solicitors for their invaluable support in helping NARPO achieve Incorporation. Paul provided sound, professional advice tailored to our organisation’s unique needs, demonstrating a thorough understanding of our objectives.

    His pragmatic approach was evident throughout the process, particularly in the seminars and as an integral member of our Incorporation Working Group. Paul consistently made himself available to answer our queries, fostering a strong and productive working relationship.

    WHN and Paul also expertly handled the complex tasks of transferring assets and properties and liaised effectively with HMRC, ensuring everything was completed smoothly.

    We highly recommend WHN Solicitors for their expertise and professionalism.

    National Association of Retired Police Officers (NARPO)

  • Paul provided exceptional support during the complex acquisition process. His expertise and attention to detail ensured a seamless transition, safeguarding our business goals and broader growth strategy. The bespoke documentation he prepared was instrumental in overcoming challenges and securing a successful outcome. I can highly recommend his services

    ABM Trade (UK) Limited

  • Paul Matthews of WHN solicitors guided me through the journey of selling my business, with great skill, patience and confidence. It was a tricky process but one that didn’t seem to phase Paul or his team. Thank you!

    The Wycliffe Hotel