Hill Dickinson advises on sale of Nestor Financial Group to Chase de Vere

Leading commercial law firm Hill Dickinson has advised the shareholders of Nestor Financial Group on the sale of Nestor Financial Group Limited to Chase de Vere.

Nestor is a specialist IFA practice made up of independent financial advisers who specialise in working with personal injury and clinical negligence solicitors and their clients. The acquisition of Nestor will add significant further capacity and expertise to Chase’s personal injury and Court of Protection team.

Chase de Vere, which has offices in Liverpool, Manchester and Preston, will retain Nestor’s Bury office as the two teams integrate over the coming months.

The Hill Dickinson team was led by corporate partner Ian Gillis, senior associate James Down and associate James Redshaw.

Commenting on the deal, James Down said: “It has been a pleasure working with the Nestor shareholders and we are delighted to have supported them on this strategic transaction. Joining forces with Chase de Vere represents an excellent opportunity for both parties and we wish them the best of luck for the future.” 

Nick Leech, director at Nestor Financial Group, added: “Nestor has been tremendously successful over its 16-year existence and we have always looked to make the best decisions for everybody involved, staff and clients being foremost in our thoughts.

“With this in mind, I’m delighted the opportunity has arisen for us to join forces with Chase de Vere.”