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.

Paul is a legal specialist on the incorporation of unincorporated associations and other membership organisations, such as the National Association of Retired Police Officers, as companies limited by guarantee.  His work includes bespoke drafting of Articles of Association and Rules as well as incorporation agreements.  Paul works closely with the organisation to provide legal input to the management of the project.

Following incorporation, Paul provides ongoing company law advice on the practical implementation of the articles and rules to ensure the new company is compliant.

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

  • Frimovel has worked with Paul Matthews at WHN Solicitors for nearly ten years.  During that time, Paul has supported us with a number of corporate matters, primarily relating to changes to shareholdings and articles of association.

    Paul has worked closely with our directors to establish a working knowledge of our objectives and operations, including by taking the time to meet with us at our premises.  Paul is thorough, has exceptional attention to detail and is reassuring to work with, always ensuring his work for us is completed efficiently and effectively to protect our business as well as our personal interests.

    We would not hesitate to recommend Paul to others.

    Ben Lord – Frimovel

  • “I am always prepared to recommend Paul Matthews to clients who need not only an excellent commercial and corporate solicitor, but also one who has an ability to resolve issues for clients in a practical and cost effective way.”

    Bernard Seymour – Regulatory Solution Ltd

  • Having worked alongside Paul on several occasions, I can confidently say that his approach to supporting our mutual clients is exceptional. Paul consistently delivers commercial and pragmatic advice, tailored to the unique needs of each situation. What stands out most is his commitment to maintaining constructive relationships with clients, always taking the time to demystify even the most challenging legal concepts. This thoughtful approach not only reassures clients but also helps them feel well-informed and empowered throughout the process.

    Steven Bell, Director Corporate Finance at Pierce Business Advisory and Accountancy Group