Sam provides professional, high-quality and cost-effective advice to clients. He advises on, and assists with, a variety of corporate and commercial matters, including acquisitions and disposals, shareholders’ agreements, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, as well as a wide range of data protection issues. He also has experience in providing franchising advice to both franchisors and franchisees.
Sam has a particular interest in assisting new and small businesses. This includes helping clients to decide on the most appropriate corporate structure and tailoring this to each clients’ particular aims, as well drafting the relevant documentation for any investment into the business. Sam also helps clients with setting up initial contracts and terms of business, as well as advising on practical steps to take as the business grows beyond its start-up phase.
Sam graduated with a degree in law from the University of East Anglia in 2016, before completing the Legal Practice Course at BPP Cambridge. He joined Leathes Prior in August 2019, training within the Corporate & Commercial Team whilst also assisting with a variety of employment matters. He qualified into the Corporate & Commercial Team in March 2022 before being promoted to Associate in April 2025.
Outside of work, Sam is an avid supporter of both AFC Bournemouth and the San Francisco 49ers. He is also a keen golfer and skier. When not fully indulged in sport, he enjoys visiting the various restaurants and pubs in and around Norwich, or taking trips back to the New Forest to visit family.
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Assisting with the sale of an online software platform for a value of over £750,000.
Assisting on the sale of a well-established packaging and resources supplier for a purchase price in excess of £600,000.
Assisting with the acquisition of the business and assets of a well-known engineering firm, in a transaction worth in excess of £200,000.
Sam consistently goes out of his way to understand the unique needs of our company. His commitment to comprehending not only our business but also our legal requirements is truly exceptional. This personalised approach, combined with his vast knowledge of the legal landscape sets him apart as a legal professional of the highest caliber... I wholeheartedly recommend Sam Poulter of Leathes Prior for his exceptional legal service. He is an invaluable asset to any individual or company seeking legal counsel.
Sam, over the years, has assisted with supporting on a number of corporate company matters. More recently Sam was heavily involved in a significant transaction for Rent4sure Ltd (the sale of the business). Sam kept the people, the due diligence and the detail on track. Sam has proved to a reliable partner to the business and I would recommend any firm to engage with him on corporate matters
Just a note to say what a remarkable chap Sam Poulter is with regards to the sale of my business. He has done a remarkable job from day one and it’s not been an easy task for him I can tell you! Kept us in the loop at all times and couldn’t wish for a better chap on our side and will certainly recommend him and your company again without a doubt! Many thanks for your services again and all the best.
Sam has assisted me in the sale of my company and has actually made it a very stress free process. He has been very clear with his communication, very responsive to calls and emails and has offered great advice. I would highly recommend him.
Thank you so much for being so professional and diligent with this. Not an easy task with Directors all over the world, but it was still executed very quickly. Hugely appreciated!