Armstrong Watson appoints restructuring and insolvency partner

Armstrong Watson has announced the appointment of Lindsey Cooper to the role of restructuring and insolvency partner in the North, who brings more than 30 years of experience in the field.  

Cooper joins the firm after 22 years as a partner at RSM, where she headed up the Northwest and Northern Ireland restructuring and insolvency team.

Throughout her career, Cooper has worked largely with privately owned, family and owner-managed businesses across a broad range of sectors including property, construction, energy, manufacturing and professional services, as well as not-for-profit organisations. 

In her new role, Cooper will support partner and head of Armstrong Watson’s Manchester office, Steve Preston, in the continued growth of the team and service offering in the region.

Mike Kienlen, head of restructuring and insolvency at Armstrong Watson, said: “I am delighted that Lindsey has joined the team. Lindsey will help us to drive the restructuring and insolvency offering based in the North of England, complementing our existing teams in Carlisle and Leeds. 

“I very much look forward to working with Lindsey as we continue to support individuals and businesses throughout the UK.”

Cooper added: “After 22 years as partner with RSM (including 11 years at Baker Tilly before the merger), I was attracted to the challenge of using my experience to build a team and support North West businesses.

“I was particularly attracted to Armstrong Watson as it is an ambitious, growing firm with a great culture. I’m looking forward to strengthening what the firm has to offer as it continues to expand in the Manchester area.”

Armstrong Watson opened its first office in Greater Manchester in 2022, following the acquisition of ASE Automotive Solutions, the UK audit, accounting and tax compliance arm of ASE Automotive Solutions. The team has quickly grown from 11 staff members to 21, and revenues continue to grow for the office during a very exciting time for the team.