Business Details
36 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Insolvency & Advisory Services in St Albans
Established in 1990, Sterling Ford has built a reputation as a leading provider of insolvency and specialist advisory services. Our expertise spans insolvency administration, corporate restructuring, and debt negotiation, with a particular focus on complex cases involving HMRC and high-value settlements. We offer tailored solutions for large estates and streamlined services for smaller businesses, combining technical proficiency with strategic insight.Our team specialises in negotiated settlements, Members' Voluntary Liquidations, and statutory compliance, serving clients across diverse sectors including property, finance, and professional services. With decades of experience, we prioritise risk-assessed approaches to achieve commercially viable outcomes for UK and international clients.
Services
Insolvency Administration
Company Voluntary Arrangement
Creditors' Voluntary Liquidation
Debt Negotiations
Members' Voluntary Liquidation
Corporate Restructuring
Statutory Compliance
HMRC Negotiations
Estate Reorganisation
Financial Advisory
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years' experience in corporate insolvency solutions
- Our team specialises in HMRC debt negotiations and settlements
- We provide risk-assessed approaches to complex financial cases
- Offering tailored solutions for both large estates and SMEs
- Proven track record in high-value negotiated settlements
Services
Insolvency Administration
We manage formal insolvency procedures including CVLs and MVLs, ensuring regulatory compliance while maximising returns for creditors and shareholders. Our specialists handle complex estates valued from 5m to 40m+, providing tailored solutions for property groups, professional firms, and investment portfolios. With decades of experience, we deliver efficient administration through structured asset realisation and distribution.
Debt Negotiations
Our team negotiates debt settlements with HMRC and other creditors, achieving favourable outcomes through formal agreements or court proceedings. We specialise in high-value cases from 25,000 to 15m+, including confidential settlements to protect client reputation. Using risk-assessed strategies, we secure payment plans, debt reductions, and full £Nil settlements where appropriate.
Corporate Restructuring
We provide turnaround solutions through CVAs and informal arrangements, helping businesses avoid formal insolvency. Our services include corporate health assessments, workout plans, and statutory compliance. With expertise in Section 110 reorganisations, we assist property groups and trading companies in restructuring operations while maintaining business continuity.
HMRC Specialist Services
Our specialists handle HMRC investigations, fraud cases, and tax debt negotiations. We manage SI operations, counter-avoidance matters, and pre-clearance schemes using MVL procedures. With deep understanding of HMRC protocols, we secure time-to-pay arrangements, settlement discounts, and compliance solutions for complex tax liabilities.
Financial Advisory
We offer strategic advisory services covering financial product development, property restructuring, and alternative investments. Our expertise extends to film & TV production financing, digital marketing strategies, and innovative financial solutions. With a 25-year professional network, we connect clients with specialist advisors across legal, tax, and operational domains.
Questions
What insolvency services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive insolvency solutions including CVAs, CVLs, MVLs, debt negotiations, corporate restructuring, and statutory compliance services.
How do you handle HMRC debt negotiations?
Our specialists negotiate time-to-pay arrangements, settlement reductions, and formal agreements with HMRC's specialist departments, including fraud investigations and non-resident recovery.
What is a Members' Voluntary Liquidation?
MVL is a formal process for solvent company closure, enabling tax-efficient distribution of assets to shareholders, particularly for complex estates valued over £5m.
Do you handle international cases?
Yes, we advise UK and non-UK residents on cross-border insolvency matters and high-value settlements involving international creditors.
What sectors do you specialise in?
We work across property, finance, professional services, marine insurance, oil & gas, and not-for-profit sectors with tailored restructuring solutions.
