We are extremely delighted to announce we were highly commended at the 2019 TRI Awards in the category of Boutique Insolvency Firm of the Year on the 13 November 2019 at the awards ceremony in London..

The Turnaround, Restructuring & Insolvency (TRI) Awards champion pioneers and leaders operating within the Insolvency industry and are some of the most renowned awards.
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Coming second out of seven strong finalists for a consecutive year is great achievement for the firm.

Lucinda Matkin said " I am delighted to be highly commended as a Boutique Insolvency Firm of the Year, only being pipped to the post by an insolvency department within a much larger accountancy firm that has 7 offices, 3 Insolvency practitioners and has recently celebrated its 70th anniversary.
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​This shows what a massive achievement this is for a sole practitioner, that operates truly as a boutique firm, not part of a larger organisation, and only in our 7th year. We hope to go from strength to strength in the years to come"
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Lucinda added "Congratulations to all the finalists and winners"

MORE FLOODING...MORE DEVASTATION FOR BUSINESSES
​& SUPPORT FOR FLOODED BUSINESSES

Flooding across Derbyshire continues, and with more rain is forecast the outcome of further damage and prolonged disruption to businesses being inevitable. Albeit many businesses have already been hit hard in recent days after deluge of a months rain in 24 hours

THE DAMAGE CAUSED
The level of flooding and damage caused over the past week has been unprecedented, with many people and businesses not experiencing flood levels this high for 40-50 years. In addition with flood plans working in some areas, with the use of flood gates etc, the problem has moved to others that have not previously experienced such flooding. The videos and images circulating across the news are leaving many people shocked, but the reality for those affected is much tougher.

Video above: Upwards of £250,000 of damage is estimated to have been caused at Browns' site just off the A52, in Chequers Road, Derby

THE UNSEEN DAMAGE

​The physical damage is obvious to most, but the damage and knock effects are far more wide reaching.The impact on moral, to deal with the clean up when further flooding is expected, the loss of stock, but also the potential loss of records and data used within businesses, the loss of trade; not only for those businesses directly effected but the knock-on effect to those in the surrounding areas due to less footfall, and the impact on cash flow from both reduced income and increased unforeseen costs.

​SUPPORT FROM THE EAST MIDLANDS CHAMBER

Businesses in Derbyshire which have - and continue to be - affected by recent flooding are being offered long-term support to help them get back on their feet again.

It is offering affected firms directly affected by flooding free chamber membership for a year. Those taking advantage of the complimentary membership will enjoy the same benefits available to paid-up standard members, including legal advice.

​SUPPORT FROM THE COUNCIL

Derbyshire County Council has made £100,000 available to help residents and businesses affected by the recent flooding.

The county council has set up the Derbyshire Floods Hardship Fund for Residents and the Derbyshire Floods Business Hardship Fund.

Residents who were evacuated or whose homes flooded will be eligible to apply for a one-off payment of £104.

Small or micro businesses whose premises were flooded will be eligible to apply for an emergency payment of £300 to help them cope with immediate, short-term loss of income.

To apply for either the residents fund or business fund people can ring the county council’s contact centre Call Derbyshire on 01629 533190.
Call centre staff will be available between 9.30am and 4pm tomorrow (Saturday 9 November) to take information and payments will be made to those who are eligible from 10am on Monday.

IMMEDIATE CASH FLOW ADVICE

Whether affected directly or indirectly by the recent flooding, most businesses will see an impact on cash flow. Our Chartered Accountant and Licensed Insolvency Practitioner can help you manage your immediate cash flow problems to overcome any pressures, whether its simply managing and prioritising payments, or negotiating terms with creditors, banks and other funders. We can assist as much or as little as you need. We provide advice so you do not breach your fiduciary duties as a director in these difficult times.
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MEDIUM TERM FORECASTING AND CASH FLOW MANAGEMENT

Often there is not a quick fix, and whilst you may fix the immediate problems or pressures that the business faces, there can be knock on effects that are longer lasting. In these circumstances, we can provide support for a longer period of time, whether as a sounding board at monthly meetings or more involved providing support with cash flow forecasting and funding.
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LONG TERM SUPPORT IF UNABLE TO OVERCOME CASH FLOW PROBLEMS

Whether now, or in the future, if you are unable to overcome the cash flow pressures as a result of the knock on effects (and possibly other pressures) but wish to continue trading, we can provide support to help turn around your business, helping you identify and implement a number cost savings and performance improvements. 
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Formal procedures can also be adopted such as Company Voluntary Arrangements to formally allow time to pay creditors, and in many cases writing an element of debt off (subject to circumstances).
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If you are struggling, ensure you seek professional advice and know all you options. We provide a FREE CONSULTATION with a Chartered Accountant and Licensed Insolvency Practitioner in order for you to understand the options available to you.
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OTHER OPTIONS IF ITS ALL TOO DEVASTATING TO DEAL WITH

Often through difficult times, business owners reach the stage where enough is enough, (due to stress, impact on health and personal finances) and wish to exit their business.
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This is a personal choice, and you should do what is best for you and your creditors, and their is no shame in taking such action, it can be the best option sometimes.
You should however ensure you are professional advised by a Licensed Insolvency Practitioner, to ensure you do not breach your fiduciary duties and so that you know all the options and the implications of each.

We provide a FREE CONSULTATION with a Chartered Accountant and Licensed Insolvency Practitioner in order for you to understand the options available to you.
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Our thoughts are with all those effected, and we wish you all the best.

Contact LM Insolvency & Advisory on 07972928153 or email lucinda@lminsolvency.co.uk to arrange a free consultation or to discuss any of the above.

All kinds of things can effect businesses, many of which we cannot control, but they can have a significant impact on trade and cash flow.

​Our professionals at LM Insolvency can help you manage cash flow, whilst ensuring you do not breach your directors fiduciary duties, whether to overcome small inconveniences or major restructuring and turnaround of a business.

For a FREE CONSULTATION contact LM Insolvency on 07972928153 or email Lucinda@lminsolvency.co.uk 
We are also local with a Hub in Wirksworth, Nr Matlock, Derbyshire.

​Lucinda Matkin of LM Insolvency and Advisory Ltd was appointed Liquidator of Video production Company Direct Media Productions Limited on 4 November 2019. (Company Registered Number: 02866451)​. 

A change in technology and the accessibility of video editing software, apps and editing equipment at significant lower prices has reduced the barriers of entry to the industry, resulting in increased competition. This together with a loss of a major client as a result of a move overseas made the business no longer sustainable. As a result the business ceased trading  and entered liquidation on 4 November 2019

If you are a creditor, supplier, customer or other stakeholder of the Company and require further information contact LM Insolvency and Advisory Ltd on Tel: 07972928153 or email lucinda@lminsolvency.co.uk​

Unit 73 Ltd traded as a menswear store from Darwin Shopping Centre, Shrewsbury, as well as online.
The business was unable to continue trading due to increased competition and rents, as a result the business ceased trading in August 2019, and entered liquidation 30 October 2019.

I am extremely proud to announce LM Insolvency are finalists in two award categories Debt Advice Provider of the Year and Boutique Insolvency and Restructuring Firm of the Year at the in TRI (Turnaround, Restructuring and Insolvency) awards 2019.

The awards are one of the most prestigious awards for our industry, well known and competitive.

Winners will be announced 13 November 2019

LM Insolvency and Advisory Ltd are proud finalists for a consecutive year at the TRI (Turnaround, Restructuring and Insolvency) Awards having been highly commended by the judges last year as Boutique Insolvency Firm of the Year.

The awards are one of the most prestigious awards for our industry, well known and competitive.

Winners will be announced 13 November 2019, once an independent awards panel, comprising one of the largest regulators in this profession - the ICAEW and a range of insolvency practitioners, lawyers, lenders and funders, have debated and decided on this years winners.
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Lucinda Matkin, Insolvency Practitioner and Owner of LM Insolvency and Advisory Limited said "I am extremely proud to be recognised again as a finalist in the category Boutique Insolvency Firm of the Year. Reaching the finals is exceptional recognition of the continued growth of the firm and high levels of customer satisfaction."

We are proud to announce we have been shortlisted as a Finalists of another industry award, The Collections and Customer Service Awards  for Debt Advice Provider of the Year

The full shortlist of awards can be viewed by clicking here
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Lucinda Matkin said "As a boutique firm we are extremely proud to be recognised in industry awards such as CCS, alongside some major firms within the industry. It is truly a credit to the team for our customer service and satisfaction"

For 2019, the Collections & Customer Service Awards (CCS) will be held as part of the first Collections & Vulnerability Summit Annual Dinner.

The annual dinner, which follows the Collections & Vulnerability Summit, marks the culmination of major gathering of credit and collections professionals, working across the financial services, energy, water, telecoms and public sectors.

Now in its 13th year, the CCS Awards once again champions the outstanding achievements of organisations, teams and individuals working for financial services providers, or central or local government.

​Winners will be announced on 16 October 2019.

Lucinda Matkin, Owner and Director of LM Insolvency and Advisory Ltd has been included in the prestigious TRI 250, the exclusive group of senior professionals across the turnaround, restructuring and insolvency profession.

Lucinda Matkin said "I am delighted to names as a member of the TRI 250".

In a post on Facebook, Darren and Josina Robinson, owners of Chucklebutties in Belper, said they were not re-opening the centre following a break after the birth of their daughter.....
​The article goes on to list a number of comments from locals and customers that will miss the centre...

Lucinda Matkin of LM Insolvency and Advisory Ltd was appointed liquidator of the business on May 21.
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A post on their website states: "​The business has traded steadily since incorporation and built a renowned brand.

"The company was however unable to be sold as a going concern due to restrictions with the leasehold premises.
"As a result the company ceased trading in May 2019 due to personal reasons and lack of resources to see the business through its seasonal low season for trading.
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"​The business and assets are for sale, and interested parties should contact the liquidator directly on Tel: 07972928153 or email lucinda@lminsolvency.co.uk.....