Hardy Planners Limited, a specialist consultancy serving clients nationwide with expert advice on planning applications and development projects, has successfully transitioned from a long-established partnership structure to a limited company. The transfer was supported by legal advisors Fisher Jones Greenwood, with accountancy input from James Lambert of Beaumont Seymour.
The restructuring involved the successful transfer of the business into a newly incorporated company, creating a modern governance framework to support future growth and succession planning.
Fisher Jones Greenwood’s Ashton Carter, Partner and Head of Corporate & Commercial, led the legal aspects of the transaction, working closely with the shareholders to tailor the Articles of Association and supporting documentation to meet the specific needs of the business.
Commenting on the matter, Ashton Carter said:
“It’s been a pleasure assisting Hardy Planners Limited in this important stage of their journey and we are excited to see the business go from strength to strength. Our goal was to provide a clear structure and robust legal framework that will support the business as it continues to grow and deliver value for its clients.”
Phil Hardy, Director of Hardy Planners Limited, added:
“Ashton has been invaluable in helping us through our transition from a partnership to a limited company. He took the time to understand our business and was incredibly patient in answering all of our questions throughout the process. His expertise and guidance gave us confidence that we were putting the right structure in place for the future, and we are very grateful for all his support.”
James Lambert of Beaumont Seymour advised on the financial and tax aspects, ensuring a smooth financial transition into the new corporate structure.
The incorporation marks an exciting new chapter for Hardy Planners Limited, providing a robust platform for continued growth, succession planning and the ongoing delivery of high-quality planning consultancy services.
Fisher Jones Greenwood regularly advises businesses on incorporations, restructures, shareholder arrangements and succession planning, supporting clients at every stage of their growth journey.
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