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Michelmores has advised the management team of Taking Care, part of AXA Health, on its LDC-backed management buyout (MBO).
Taking Care provides personal alarm and monitoring services and operates as part of AXA Health, a leading UK private healthcare provider with over 82 years’ experience. The MBO team was led by Steve Gates and Duncan Worthington. Michelmores has acted for the business for several years and was delighted to support the management team on this significant milestone.
The Michelmores team advising on the deal was led by Richard Cobb, Head of the Firm’s Corporate team and the Firm’s Senior Partner. Richard was assisted by Senior Associate, Victoria Miller, Trainee Solicitor Ellis Arnold, Rachael Lloyd (Partner, Employment), Karen Williams (Parter, Banking) Danielle Collett-Bruce (Managing Associate, Banking). Michelmores worked alongside Quantuma Advisory Limited and K3 Tax Advisory.
Richard Cobb commented:
“We were pleased to support the management team on this LDC-backed MBO. Having advised the business for a number of years, it was a pleasure to work with Steve, Duncan and the wider team on an important transaction that positions the business well for its next stage of growth.”
Steve Gates, on behalf of the management team, added:
“Michelmores has supported the business for a number of years and know it extremely well. Richard and the team’s practical, responsive approach and deep understanding of the transaction were invaluable in guiding us through this MBO and achieving a successful outcome.”
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