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30 May 2024
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Clarke Willmott—Adam Connors

Corporate lawyer joins as associate in Taunton

Corporate lawyer Adam Connors has joined Clarke Willmott as an associate in its Taunton office.

Adam advises on corporate matters from company incorporation and shareholder agreements through to fundraisings, acquisitions and disposals.

He joins Clarke Willmott after nine years with one of the largest international equity crowdfunding companies, where he advised on over 1,700 investment rounds raising more than £1bn.

Kirill Bingham, who heads up the corporate team at Clarke Willmott in Taunton, said: ‘The Taunton office is continuing on its growth trajectory and as part of this we are delighted to welcome Adam on board.

‘He has a range of skills and experience that will bolster and complement the work of myself and Tom Potts, my fellow corporate partner.’

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