Russell Cooke Putney London 2

About Mark

I handle matters in a friendly, collaborative way, working with clients to help them reach their goals.

Mark is a legal assistant in the corporate and commercial team, assisting on a variety of matters.

During his university studies, he served as Vice-President of the University’s Law Society. 

Experience

  • Assisted on multiple transactions with a combined value approaching £60 million ahead of the 2025-26 tax year-end, navigating accelerated deal timetables driven by Business Asset Disposal Relief changes and wider tax policy uncertainty. (Covered by Solicitors Journal here.)

Education

  • Read law at the Southampton Solent University.

Mark's highlights

News

16.10.2026

The corporate housekeeping checklist every business owner should complete before a sale

When business owners prepare for a sale, they tend to focus on valuation, identifying potential buyers and negotiating the best terms. In reality, many transactions encounter difficulties long before negotiations become challenging...
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News

09.10.2026

What buyers really look for when acquiring a technology business

Technology businesses continue to attract significant interest from strategic acquirers, private equity investors and consolidators. While financial performance is unquestionably important, buyers are often assessing a much broader set of factors...
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News

02.10.2026

Five legal issues that reduce business value during due diligence

When business owners think about value, they often focus on revenue, profitability and finding the right buyer. However, in many transactions, value is eroded long before negotiations begin....
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