Adeptio appoints M&A director to lead acquisition strategy

Adeptio Law Group has strengthened its senior leadership team with the appointment of Anu Tayal as director of mergers and acquisitions.

Anu brings more than two decades of experience in deal-making and financial strategy to Adeptio, which is scaling its national expansion though acquiring high-quality regional law firms.

Backed by a Horizon Capital's £30 million investment, the group works with regional practices to drive growth with each retaining their identity and local roots.

Neil Lloyd, chief executive of Adeptio and founding law firm FBC Manby Bowdler, said the appointment represented a strategic step forward for the group.

“We could not have a better person than Anu joining us in this pivotal role. He brings deep expertise and a proven track record in delivering successful acquisitions. In his previous position, he led a targeted programme which tripled revenues and reshaped the business.

“The legal market is fragmented with thousands of regional firms facing succession challenges and seeking ways to grow. Anu's track record in identifying and integrating businesses makes him exactly the right person to execute that strategy and help bring quality firms into the Adeptio network."

Anu is a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants and has also worked previously in corporate finance and investment banking at EY and Azets, advising on transactions across technology and professional services.

He said: "There is a substantial consolidation opportunity in the legal market. Many regional firms are looking for a genuine pathway to secure their future and expand. Adeptio offers a compelling alternative to the big corporate models. My focus is identifying the right firms and helping them realise their potential as part of a larger, supportive network.

“I believe strongly in Adeptio’s message that law firms are stronger when they work together and I look forward to helping bring more firms into the Adeptio family.”

Adeptio Law Group was launched in 2025 after a £30million investment by Horizon Capital. Leading Midlands law firm FBC Manby Bowdler became its founding member in a move it said would help it double in size in the coming years.

Since then, it has expanded significantly, opening three new offices in recent months – including its first Birmingham city centre location. The firm now has offices in Wolverhampton, Shrewsbury, Telford, Bridgnorth, Church Stretton, Redditch, Knowle and Birmingham, and turnover has grown to over £18 million. 

For more information about Adeptio Law Group visit https://www.adeptiolaw.co.uk/

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