Claire specialises in mergers and acquisitions, management buyouts, asset swaps, restructurings, demergers and joint ventures, as well as banking and finance.
Get in touchClaire is a Partner in our Corporate & Commercial team.
She has more than 25 years’ experience in corporate law, including for City and international firms, advising a range of clients including large corporates, high street names and individual shareholders.
Claire is ranked in the Chambers UK 2026 legal directory for Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above in the South of England. She was named as a ‘Leading Partner’ in the Legal 500 2026 directory.
The Brachers Corporate team, led by Claire, won ‘Deal of the Year (sub £10m)’ at the Insider South East Dealmakers Awards 2023. She was also shortlisted for Corporate Lawyer of the Year.
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She has developed a following of clients throughout Kent and the South East and established excellent relationships with a number of corporate finance boutiques, accounting firms and banks.
Claire is based at our Maidstone office.
Chambers & Partners 2024I was very pleased with Claire’s service and knowledge.
Chambers & PartnersClaire Williams is a respected corporate lawyer experienced in dealing with transactions for owner-managed businesses and large international organisations. She is knowledgeable on M&A, joint ventures and restructurings, as well as banking and finance matters.
Client quoteLondon-quality advice from a responsive and approachable local firm.
Legal 500 2024Claire Williams focuses on involving the clients to understand what is required.
