Ashley Sutherland brings a unique blend of legal acumen, strategic thinking, and client-focused service to every case. Ashley joined Hegarty in 2008 after studying at De Montfort University in Leicester and has over 15 years’ experience in providing legal expertise to clients across diverse sectors and business sizes.
Specialising in corporate and commercial law, Ashley is a trusted advisor to businesses, acting as a strategic partner in navigating the legal landscape and achieving their business goals.
Professional Expertise
Corporate Governance and Restructures
Ashley offers a bespoke, efficient service, crafting tailored governance structures and compliance strategies that mitigate risks and optimise operations. With a creative, ‘outside the box’ approach, Ashley ensures smooth transitions during reorganisations and restructures, delivering solutions designed to meet the unique needs of businesses, from startups to established corporations.
Mergers, Acquisitions and Disposals
Advising a wide range of businesses, Ashley excels in guiding clients through the entire process – from due diligence to negotiations and completion. Ashley’s meticulous approach ensures that your interests are safeguarded at every stage of the transaction and opportunities for growth are maximised.
Reorganisations and Restructures
Assisting businesses in navigating reorganisations and restructures, ensuring a smooth transition while optimising operational efficiency.
Commercial Contracts
Ashley provides comprehensive contract law services, drafting and reviewing agreements, negotiating terms, and offering strategic advice to protect your interests in commercial transactions.
Client-Centric Approach
Prioritising open communication and responsiveness, Ashley’s proactive approach to legal problem-solving ensures that clients are empowered with clear, practical advice tailored to their unique business needs, enabling them to make informed decisions and achieve their strategic goals with confidence.
Leadership and Responsibilities
Training Principal: Ashley serves as Hegarty's Training Principal, overseeing the development of current and future trainee solicitors. Her commitment to education and mentorship reflects her dedication to fostering the next generation of legal professionals.
Community Engagement
Board Memberships: Ashley sits on the boards of Peterborough Environment City Trust and Green Energy Switch, showcasing her commitment to environmental causes and sustainable practices.
Martial Arts Advocacy: In her spare time Ashley is a dedicated practitioner and teacher of Tang Soo Do and holds the position of Director for Female Athletes at the World Congress of Martial Arts (WCOAA).
Ashley is assisted by Christi Somaraj and Shannan Dawson.
