Jonathan specialises in buying, selling and financing companies.  As well as corporate finance work he advises on employee share schemes and employee share ownership  He has a particular focus on SME businesses where the benefit of his experience as Managing Partner at Lee & Priestley from 2000 - 2009 is a great asset to clients.

Jonathan particularly enjoys working with dedicated, creative and entrepreneurial business people who are looking for pro-active counsel to contribute to the growth and success of their business ventures.

Jonathan has been recognised as a leader in his field in Chambers UK 2010 which says:

"A highly skilled head honcho who is happy to roll up his sleeves, Jonathan Oxley wins praise for his direct, client-focused approach."

Jonathan is Chairman of the Yorkshire Shadow Monetary Policy Committee which is run jointly by Lee & Priestley LLP and the Yorkshire Post.  He is a committee member of the West Yorkshire region of the Institute of Directors (IOD).  He is also active in the Managers Partners' Forum (MPF) and in the Law Society Management Section (LMS).

Away from the office, Jonathan has wide ranging interests in art and literature and enjoys most sports particularly running, tennis and golf.