The appointment marks a return to Lovewell Blake for Mr Cooper, who spent 11 years with the firm between 2005 and 2016, where he qualified both as an accountant and a Corporate Finance practitioner.
He has spent the past decade in senior roles across both regional and national corporate finance practices, including as a senior member of a regional M&A boutique and as a Partner at a national Corporate Finance and business advisory practice.
Welcoming Mr Cooper, Lovewell Blake Managing Partner Kevin Bunting said, “James brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the firm, and this is an important step in the continuing growth of our Corporate Finance team.
“The team has seen significant deal flow for a number of years and the James’ arrival will further strengthen and grow our offering.”
Mr Cooper commented, “This is a full circle moment for me to be welcomed to the partnership, having spent an enjoyable decade at Lovewell Blake earlier in my career.
“I am excited to bring my national and regional experience of the lower-mid M&A market to Lovewell Blake Corporate Finance and look forward to reconnecting with clients, colleagues, connections and friends of the firm.”