Our People

Our Directors

• I have been involved in Insolvency since 1987 after qualifying as a Solicitor. I spent the first part of my career advising Insolvency Practitioners and corporate clients on all aspects of insolvency and business recovery. I qualified as an Insolvency Practitioner in 2001 and specialise in dealing with insolvent businesses, including corporate work, partnerships and sole traders.

  Mike Simister LLB, MIPA - Director

• I am a Director of Lines Henry and a Licensed Insolvency Practitioner. I believe my main strength is my ability to focus on the important issues surrounding a particular problem.  I try to give clear advice. This ability has come from the years of experience gained from working in both small and large professional practices, running my own business, and helping to resolve a variety of problems.

  Neil Henry MIPA, FABRP - Director

Our Team

• I have been with Lines Henry since its early days. I obtained my Certificate of Proficiency in Insolvency in 2000 and am studying to become a Licensed Insolvency Practitioner. With over 16 years’ experience, I manage all the insolvency solutions offered and deal personally with more complex cases. I manage the team of Administrators ensuring all cases are handled to the high standards for which we are known.

  Lisa McAllister Senior Manager

• I joined Lines Henry Ltd in 2005 after obtaining a BSc Honours degree from Manchester University. I obtained a Certificate of Proficiency in Insolvency in 2011 and use this qualification to conduct the day to day handling of various insolvency cases from sign up to dissolution, including Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidations, Compulsory Liquidations, Individual Voluntary Arrangements and Administrations.

  Kirsty Jones BA, CPI - Insolvency Case Manager

• I joined Lines Henry Limited in 2009 and obtained my Certificate of Proficiency in Insolvency in 2011. I am qualified to Technician Level with the AAT and received full membership in 2007. I handle all types of corporate insolvency cases including Voluntary and Compulsory Liquidations and Administrations, together with Individual Voluntary Arrangements.

  Lesley Darbyshire MAAT, CPI - Insolvency Case Manager

• I joined Lines Henry in 2005 and have since managed a wide range of both corporate and personal insolvencies.  During this time, I have completed the AAT, CPI and ACCA qualifications.  I am a student member of the Insolvency Practitioners Association and a Fellow of R3, the Association of Business Recovery Professionals.

  Oliver Thompson AAT, CPI - Insolvency Case Manager

• I joined Lines Henry Ltd in 2005 after obtaining a BSc Honours degree from Manchester University. I obtained a Certificate of Proficiency in Insolvency in 2011 and use this qualification to conduct the day to day handling of various insolvency cases from sign up to dissolution, including Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidations, Compulsory Liquidations, Individual Voluntary Arrangements and Administrations.

  Andrew McAllister BSc, CPI - Insolvency Case Manager

• I joined Lines Henry in 2007.  I work predominantly on personal insolvency cases including Bankruptcy and Individual Voluntary Arrangements, but also have a wealth of knowledge on Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidations, dealing with all cases from sign up to dissolution.

  Rob Jones Insolvency Case Manager

• I joined Lines Henry Limited in 2010 as an assistant to the accounts manager with the everyday financial duties.  I also work closely with the case administrators assisting them throughout the administration of all cases on the financial aspect of each file.

  Susan McCartney Accounts Assistant

• I am a Certified accountant with over thirty years’ experience in Corporate Insolvency, working mainly for one of the top five accountancy firms. I have dealt with a vast range of corporate insolvency cases based mainly in the North West area.  I joined Lines Henry in 2011 as part of their investigation team, but assist in other areas as required.

  Diane Johnston FCCA - Consultant

• I look after the marketing activities, working proactively to introduce Lines Henry to the ever-growing number of independent accountants, contractor accountants and businesses that would benefit from the services offered by us.

  Bob Cleary Marketing Executive

• I joined Lines Henry Limited in 2008 and provide valuable experience in a variety of roles, mainly administration and office logistics.  I provide  support to all the Administrators, Senior Manager and Directors in a wide range of tasks.

  Michele Roberts Administrative Assistant

• I joined Lines Henry Limited in 2005 as accounts manager. I have over 20 years previous experience in this role which  includes the management of all client accounts together with that of Lines Henry. I also oversees Health & Safety issues and general office maintenance.

  Janette Cotton Accounts Manager