Moore Kingston Smith advises Wallbrook on its merger with Anthesis Group

Moore Kingston Smith’s mergers and acquisitions tax team advised the management team of Wallbrook, the specialist ESG and corporate governance advisory consultancy, on its merger with Anthesis Group, which is backed by Palatine Private Equity.

Wallbrook, a certified B Corp, is a leading global intelligence and risk advisory consultancy providing comprehensive advisory services to develop sustainable futures for businesses with a focus on human rights protections, environmental protections and wider benefits to society.

The tax team led by Thomas Acland, Melanie Reed and Amy Tilley, provided tax advice to the shareholders of Wallbrook throughout the merger process.

James Hunt, Managing Partner at Wallbrook, noted: “Tom and the team at Moore Kingston Smith were indispensable advisers during our sale. We found their availability, knowledge and patience first class. Most importantly, they were always proactive when it came to solving the inevitable hurdles that present themselves during any deal cycle.”

Thomas Acland, Tax Director, commented: “We are delighted to have worked with the management team of Wallbrook on their successful merger with Anthesis. It was exciting to advise management on the merger of two B Corps, which have an approach to business as a force for good and we look forward to following the combined group as they continue to grow and carry forward the message of sustainable business.”