Areas of Practice
Track Record
Advised a private lender on the potential purchase of its debt from a well known corporate borrower at a significant discount to par
Acting for a joint venture company on securing development finance for a city building refurbishment scheme totalling approximately £33 million
Acting for an AIM listed company on a reduction of capital transaction
Advising over 15 start-up investment managers on structuring and regulatory issues
Awards & Rankings
Legal 500, Leading Partner, 2025
Chambers HNW, Top Ranked Individual, 2021 – 2024
Legal 500, Leading Individual, 2020 – 2024
Business Today, Top 10 UK Family Offices & Funds Structuring Lawyers, 2023
Memberships
Westminster & Holborn Law Society
Education & Qualification
University College London
Qualified as a solicitor in 2009
Chartered Financial Analyst Examinations
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In eprivateclient, Partner Fred Clark steps into the spotlight to share insights into his career journey, his passion for his particular legal specialisms and a glimpse into life beyond the office.
Read more 6 min read 16 Apr 2025 Legal update: what does the latest EU Q&A reveal about the New EU Import laws for cultural goods?Stricter EU controls on the import of cultural goods are set to reshape the international art market ahead of Regulation 2019/880 coming into force in June 2025. Partner, Fred Clark and Trainee, Abi Meho explore the implications for art market participants—from heightened compliance demands to questions around provenance and personal liability.
Read more 3 min read 01 Apr 2025 Boodle Hatfield announces promotions of Sophie Henwood and Fred Clark to PartnerLeading private wealth and real estate law firm, Boodle Hatfield, is delighted to announce the promotion of Sophie Henwood and Fred Clark to Partner, effective from 1 April 2025. Both Sophie and Fred trained and qualified at the firm through our graduate recruitment programme and have since built strong relationships and reputations in their respective Real Estate and Corporate & Arts markets.
Read more 7 min read 17 Feb 2025 How to become a first-time investor in UK Real Estate?Becoming a first-time investor in UK real estate is a multi-step process that requires a solid understanding of the legal, financial, and strategic considerations involved. To help navigate the process Charlie Hewlett, Sophie Henwood and Will Timbrell outline the key stages involved in acquiring your first investment property – from choosing the right investment vehicle to securing finance, understanding the legal timeline, and managing your property effectively.
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