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James McNeil

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I am the head of the Corporate, Commercial and Finance department within Paris Smith and I am also the head of the Banking and Finance team. I have spent over a decade of my career in the banking & finance teams of leading US and UK international law firms in London before joining Paris Smith LLP in order to develop its banking and finance practice in 2007. I now lead a dedicated group of 15 finance lawyers, split into specialist teams. I regularly act for the main banks (such as Santander UK PLC and National Westminster Bank PLC) as well as some of the region’s highest profile corporate clients (such as The Ageas Bowl, Haskins Garden Centres, Millbrook Industries and Yacht Havens) on all manner of acquisition, asset, project and property finance transactions. I am able to advise and assist on any transaction which involves the use of debt and/or the grant of security. I have extensive experience acting for clients in the agricultural sector whether in respect of their primary agricultural business or in respect of all types of businesses which they have diversified into. I also act for a number of national clients who are involved in the horticulture sector.

Paris Smith LLP

Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority
Regulator ID: 276766
Based in Southampton, Hampshire
Licensed for 24 years

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Paris Smith LLP

Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority
Regulator ID: 276766
Based in Southampton, Hampshire
Licensed for 24 years

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Monday	09:00–17:00
Tuesday	09:00–17:00
Wednesday	09:00–17:00
Thursday	09:00–17:00
Friday	09:00–17:00
Saturday	(Closed)
Sunday	(Closed)

1 London Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 2AE

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Anonymous

16 Oct 2025

Excellent

James McNeil is a well-respected lawyer. He has excellent legal expertise but is also highly commercial, and he facilitates introductions.

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kevin

28 Mar 2022

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I just wanted to thank all the team at Paris Smith for there excellent work in completing my clients development exit loan on Friday 25th March on deadline day to redeem the clients development funder. Its always a pleasure to work with a 'can do' firm of solicitors whom are prepared to 'pull out all the stops' when required to meet an important deadline. Thanks again on behalf of City Finance Brokers and my very grateful client. Regards, Kevin Gillham

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Hi Kevin Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such lovely review. I will pass on your sentiments to the team. Kind regards. Sandy (Website Manager)

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