Katharine Mortimer

Royds Withy King advises US based gifting company Designworks Collective on acquisition of Gentlemen’s Hardware brand

Our Corporate team, led by Partner Katharine Mortimer, has advised Nashville-based Designworks Collective on its purchase of the men’s gifting and lifestyle brand, Gentlemen’s Hardware.

Incentivising your workforce: EMI schemes

The question many employers face is how to create a sense of ownership within a workforce. How do you incentivise your workforce and create a culture in which your employees feel as invested in your company as you are? The difficulties are acute when cash flow is as tight as it is for many companies this year and boards are looking particularly carefully at pay rises and bonuses.

What the ‘Winter Economy Plan’ might mean for your business

Yesterday (24 September) the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak (the Chancellor), announced, as part of the Government’s so-called “Winter Economy Plan”, further support for businesses. As the UK goes back into a state of winter lockdown there had been calls from businesses, and their representative bodies, for the Government to extend and provide additional support.

The Government has replied to these calls and we consider these changes and what they mean for your business.

EMI options: amends to commitment of working time and disqualifying events

We are pleased to report that on 26 June, the Government tabled an amendment to Schedule 5 of the Income Tax (Earnings and Pensions) Act 2003 which will come as a relief to companies with EMI Schemes and holders of EMI options.

Corporate team acts for WRc plc on the sale of Water Research Centre Ltd

Our Corporate team has acted for WRc plc on its sale of Water Research Centre Ltd (WRc) to RSK Group Ltd.

Pioneering lifestyle store secures private equity investment with support from Royds Withy King

The Corporate team at Royds Withy King has provided equity investment support to the entrepreneurs behind a new kitchen, food market and lifestyle store which will open this summer.

Royds Withy King unlocks new quarry for MJ Church

Law firm Royds Withy King has advised MJ Church (Plant) Limited on the acquisition of Wick Quarry Limited in a deal that will see waste management and conservation working hand in hand.

Royds Withy King Deals with the Logistics of Transport Company Purchase

A Blackburn-based transport group has acquired a family-run logistics business, with advice and support from Royds Withy King. Royds Withy King acted for OTIF Holdings Limited, which is owned by entrepreneur Graham Darnell, on its purchase of Adam Jones & …

The Royds Withy King Star Award 2016

Here is a short film we created to congratulate corporate partner Katharine Mortimer for winning the annual Royds Withy King Star Award. The award recognises employees for truly going above and beyond their role. Jim Grant, CEO of Fidelius, Alan …