Many clients confirm this is the case, and say they will support the merger on this basis. We are delighted by the merger because it gives the firm another dimension. Denton Hall has been on the other side of deals. We will continue to use Denton Wilde Sapte. But there is not universal agreement on the merits of the merger.
Some analysts think the marriage is badly thought through.
Wilde Sapte have been on the hunt for a merger partner since its failed merger with Arthur Andersen. For Denton Hall it is very much third-time lucky. They were the only ones left to partner with. It will take time before anyone can know if this pessimistic view is justified. But, regardless of this, there are issues that need to be overcome if the optimists are to be proved right.