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Checkatrade, the UK's leading platform for finding trusted tradespeople, has acquired selected assets from Rated People, a well-established online marketplace connecting homeowners with skilled trades. This strategic move strengthens Checkatrade's positio
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Checkatrade is the UK's number one platform for
finding trusted tradespeople, while Rated People has built a strong
reputation as an online marketplace matching homeowners with
skilled trades.
By bringing the two together, the acquisition strengthens
Checkatrade's presence in the home improvement sector and gives
its growing network of tradespeople access to a wider customer
base.
The Lewis Silkin team was led by Senior Associate, Kyle Blackburn.
Kyle commented:
"This was a great transaction to be involved in, utilising
the firm’s excellent corporate and restructuring expertise.
Checkatrade's acquisition of selected assets from Rated People
is a strong strategic move that brings together two well-known
brands in the home services space. We were pleased to support the
Checkatrade team throughout the process and wish them all the best
in the future."
Deputy General Counsel, Alexandra Archer at Checkatrade also
commented:
"This acquisition of selected assets from Rated People is a
significant step in the Checkatrade Group's growth, bringing a
well-known brand with a loyal customer base into the fold. The
Lewis Silkin team, led by Kyle, understood our commercial
priorities and was pragmatic throughout the process."
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We have two things at our core: people – both ours and yours - and a focus on creativity, technology and innovation.
Whether you are a fast growth start up or a large multinational business, we help you realise the potential in your people and navigate your strategic HR and legal issues, both nationally and internationally. Our award-winning employment team is one of the largest in the UK, with dedicated specialists in all areas of employment law and a track record of leading precedent setting cases on issues of the day. The team’s breadth of expertise is unrivalled and includes HR consultants as well as experts across specialisms including employment, immigration, data, tax and reward, health and safety, reputation management, dispute resolution, corporate and workplace environment.
