Begbies Traynor makes addition to contentious insolvency team
Business recovery and insolvency specialists Begbies Traynor has appointed Kelly Esmiley as a director in its Bristol office.
A qualified solicitor with more than ten years experience, Esmiley will be an integral part of the contentious insolvency team.
Previously holding senior roles at VWV and Pythagoras Capital, she has a wealth of experience supporting clients on insolvency and commercial issues across a range of sectors, as well as using her expertise to support colleagues internally.
Contentious insolvency issues often come to light after a company enters a formal insolvency process and can present potentially significant recovery opportunities for creditors. Unless handled appropriately and swiftly these opportunities could reduce or evaporate altogether.
Esmiley has regularly advised administrators and liquidators across a range of sectors, leading numerous successful cases where claims often ran to hundreds of thousands and sometimes millions of pounds.
Paul Wood, a partner at Begbies Traynor’s Bristol office, said: “Kelly’s wide experience advising on contentious insolvency matters in high value disputes make her an invaluable asset in what can often be a challenging environment. She has a professionalism and personality which assists in reaching commercial settlements despite the often highly charged environment and has a proven track record that brings with it reassurance and confidence.”
Esmiley said: “I am delighted to be on board as part of a growing contentious team and look forward to assisting creditors to recover the most they can from insolvency situations and building relationships across our region.”
