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Benchmark International Successfully Facilitates a Strategic Transaction between Montpellier Legal and Foresight Group
October 24, 2025
Benchmark International is pleased to announce that Foresight Group, a leading private equity and infrastructure investment manager, has made a significant strategic investment in Montpellier Legal Limited.
Headquartered in Cheltenham, Montpellier Legal is a tech-enabled, B-Corp certified conveyancing law firm that has experienced rapid growth since its launch in 2021. Combining deep legal expertise with cutting-edge technology, the firm delivers efficient, customer-focused service to clients across its expanding network of offices, which includes locations in Bath, Cheltenham, Cirencester, Gloucester, London, Stroud, and Worcester.
Foresight Group’s investment supports Montpellier Legal’s continued expansion throughout Southwest England. With plans to open further offices, the firm will create new employment opportunities and expand its impact in local communities. The business will remain under the leadership of its experienced senior team: CEO Simon Thomas, Chief Risk and Operations Officer Lucy Batten, and Chief Operating Officer Nick Ponting. To support the next stage of growth, Tom Hartley has joined the business as Non-Executive Chair, bringing a wealth of experience in scaling professional services firms.
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The transaction was completed through the Foresight South West Fund, which is dedicated to supporting businesses across the region by providing flexible capital and strategic support to help ambitious companies reach their full potential. As an evergreen fund, it offers a permanent pool of capital designed to help SMEs in local communities plan and grow with long-term confidence. The investment values the Company at over £20m.
Benchmark International acted as exclusive corporate finance adviser to Montpellier Legal, playing a central role throughout the process—from identifying and engaging suitable partners to leading negotiations and project management of the transaction. The team supported all parties in aligning strategic objectives and ensuring a successful outcome for the founder, management team, and investor.
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“The whole Management Team are delighted to partner with the Foresight Group to further enhance the structured growth plans of the business using their established expertise. Benchmark were exceptional in helping facilitate this perfect match, led by Director Samantha Tapson, who was particularly pivotal.” - Simon Thomas, CEO, Montpellier Legal
"We are incredibly proud to have supported Montpellier Legal in securing this strategic partnership with Foresight Group. It has been an absolute pleasure to work with Simon and the team to achieve this powerful outcome. This investment brings together a high-performing, tech-enabled law firm with an exceptional management team and a highly experienced investor with a strong regional focus. We look forward to seeing the business continue its impressive growth journey." - Samantha Tapson, Transaction Director, Benchmark International
“We are excited to invest in such a fast growing and profitable business, particularly given the growth plan should deliver real impact across the South West as we open new offices and create new opportunities. We are grateful to Samantha Tapson and the team from Benchmark International for helping to execute the transaction.” - Amy Crofton, Managing Director, Foresight Group
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