Callum is a senior solicitor in Harper James’ corporate team, specialising in mergers and acquisitions and investments, as well as other corporate/commercial matters.
When asked what he thinks clients value most about working with him, Callum said:
Clients tell me they appreciate my approachability. Many individuals or businesses approaching solicitors have an almost superstitious expectation that lawyers will be difficult, or ‘cold’ in their professionalism. While professionalism is always key, there’s no need to be distant – especially since we’re working together with the client as a team.
Callum qualified as a corporate solicitor specialising in mergers and acquisitions in 2018. He joined the Harper James team at the beginning of 2020.
He has advised companies and shareholders across a range of sectors, with particular experience in media and technology, and life sciences. His clients include start-ups, university spinouts and more established companies at later stages of growth.
Some of the varied clients Callum has assisted include:
- Assisting Oxford Space Systems with a number of equity investment rounds and other corporate governance matters;
- Leading a synergistic acquisition by a South-East based industry-leading provider of protective gear and equipment; and
- Leading on a sale of a Northern environmental specialist compliance expert to an acquirer.
Clients describe Callum as “calm, knowledgeable and productive”. In respect of his role in all transactions, Callum notes:
It’s the commercial objective behind the transaction that matters to the client – ensuring that every step is inspected so that the end result is what was envisaged and is what the client wants. It matters to the client, so it matters to me.
Having spent time living abroad, Callum is a keen traveller. He also pursues his interests in philosophy and rock climbing whenever he can.
TESTIMONIALS
What our clients say
Choosing Harper James was the best decision we made during this process. At one point, we felt stuck and struggled with providing certain documentation. Brigitta and the team knew how to explain what was needed and suddenly the process became much clearer. The guidance we received helped us avoid unnecessary delays and expenses. It made all the difference.
Steve Carrod
Co-Founder,
DMPG
Both Sam and Callum have been amazing to work with over the past few years, so patient, thorough and they explain everything so clearly. So easy to talk to and completely understood what needed to be done and just did it. Super efficient. Thank you both, you have been the best!
Sonia Cernecca
Director,
Town of Ramsgate
We are very happy with Harper James. Great response time and top-quality work. We've worked mostly with Callum, Abby and Chetna - they are all amazing! We were organising an investment round recently and Callum was there for us all the time. This makes us feel confident - Harper James is a true partner for us.
Stefan Skorchev
Founder & CEO,
7 of D Limited
I'm very happy with Callum Gilikers work handling the shareholders agreement and articles of association for my company. He understood what I needed to get done and helped advise where I needed help. Great experience.
Dadisai Roberta Mkombachoto
Founder & CEO,
Robert & Roberta Ltd
Callum has dealt with all in a professional and efficient manner. He's attentive and efficient in all I have asked.
John Bell
Managing Director,
Unique Packaging Solutions
I have worked with Callum Giliker on quite a number of corporate fundraising transactions over the last few years and have always found Callum to take a calm, knowledgeable and productive lead, keeping things as simple as possible.
Matthew Dreaper
CFO,
Oxford Space Systems
It was delightful working with Stephen and Callum on the fundraise. As an ex-investment banker, I’ve worked with many law firms and the legal process can be quite painful. We wanted to make sure our investors were protected and there were no delays with the raise. The fundraise was executed smoothly and Stephen and Callum were both very helpful. Callum was extremely bright. They both pointed out lots of things that we had missed.
Hana Salussolia
Chief Operating Officer,
Medisonal
The flexibility of the enable plan works perfectly for us as a growing start-up. It’s like having your own in-house counsel without spending a fortune like other firms charge. Working with Callum Giliker on this funding round was incredibly easy and straightforward. Callum understood all our needs without us even having to voice it.
Dr. Francesco Colacino
Co-Founder and CEO,
Rheality
Both Adam and Callum worked tirelessly with other advisors and principals to sensibly solve problems as they arose during the transaction and were integral to seeing the deal through to a successful completion.
Patrick Lynch
Director,
Castle Square Corporate Finance
Callum was very helpful, prompt and thorough with his approach. He made the process extremely seamless for us. It was a great experience overall.
Amin Amin
CEO,
Plumm
We engaged early with Harper James on this acquisition and I felt the level of support and advice throughout was excellent. Callum was flexible in terms of attending meetings and his knowledge of the subject area was extensive and gave me full confidence in the work he was undertaking for us. He assisted in meetings with the target and helped both parties through the acquisition process.
Mike Green
Financial Director,
Eurotank
The service we received from Harper James Solicitors was very efficient and everything was handled in a professional and diligent way
Martyn Boaden
Company Secretary,
Viscgo Ltd
The support, advice and guidance from Harper James was absolutely vital. Shubhu, Callum and the team there were always on hand to deal with any issues that we needed help with as the deal progressed. This is an exciting new stage in the development of the business.
Sam G Bose
CEO and Founder,
IntelliSense.io
Choosing Harper James was the best decision we made during this process. At one point, we felt stuck and struggled with providing certain documentation. Brigitta and the team knew how to explain what was needed and suddenly the process became much clearer. The guidance we received helped us avoid unnecessary delays and expenses. It made all the difference.
Steve Carrod
Co-Founder,
DMPG
Both Sam and Callum have been amazing to work with over the past few years, so patient, thorough and they explain everything so clearly. So easy to talk to and completely understood what needed to be done and just did it. Super efficient. Thank you both, you have been the best!
Sonia Cernecca
Director,
Town of Ramsgate
We are very happy with Harper James. Great response time and top-quality work. We've worked mostly with Callum, Abby and Chetna - they are all amazing! We were organising an investment round recently and Callum was there for us all the time. This makes us feel confident - Harper James is a true partner for us.
Stefan Skorchev
Founder & CEO,
7 of D Limited
I'm very happy with Callum Gilikers work handling the shareholders agreement and articles of association for my company. He understood what I needed to get done and helped advise where I needed help. Great experience.
Dadisai Roberta Mkombachoto
Founder & CEO,
Robert & Roberta Ltd
Callum has dealt with all in a professional and efficient manner. He's attentive and efficient in all I have asked.
John Bell
Managing Director,
Unique Packaging Solutions
I have worked with Callum Giliker on quite a number of corporate fundraising transactions over the last few years and have always found Callum to take a calm, knowledgeable and productive lead, keeping things as simple as possible.
Matthew Dreaper
CFO,
Oxford Space Systems
It was delightful working with Stephen and Callum on the fundraise. As an ex-investment banker, I’ve worked with many law firms and the legal process can be quite painful. We wanted to make sure our investors were protected and there were no delays with the raise. The fundraise was executed smoothly and Stephen and Callum were both very helpful. Callum was extremely bright. They both pointed out lots of things that we had missed.
Hana Salussolia
Chief Operating Officer,
Medisonal
The flexibility of the enable plan works perfectly for us as a growing start-up. It’s like having your own in-house counsel without spending a fortune like other firms charge. Working with Callum Giliker on this funding round was incredibly easy and straightforward. Callum understood all our needs without us even having to voice it.
Dr. Francesco Colacino
Co-Founder and CEO,
Rheality
Both Adam and Callum worked tirelessly with other advisors and principals to sensibly solve problems as they arose during the transaction and were integral to seeing the deal through to a successful completion.
Patrick Lynch
Director,
Castle Square Corporate Finance
Callum was very helpful, prompt and thorough with his approach. He made the process extremely seamless for us. It was a great experience overall.
Amin Amin
CEO,
Plumm
We engaged early with Harper James on this acquisition and I felt the level of support and advice throughout was excellent. Callum was flexible in terms of attending meetings and his knowledge of the subject area was extensive and gave me full confidence in the work he was undertaking for us. He assisted in meetings with the target and helped both parties through the acquisition process.
Mike Green
Financial Director,
Eurotank
The service we received from Harper James Solicitors was very efficient and everything was handled in a professional and diligent way
Martyn Boaden
Company Secretary,
Viscgo Ltd
The support, advice and guidance from Harper James was absolutely vital. Shubhu, Callum and the team there were always on hand to deal with any issues that we needed help with as the deal progressed. This is an exciting new stage in the development of the business.
Sam G Bose
CEO and Founder,
IntelliSense.io
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