Paul Rouse Partner – Head of Restructuring and Insolvency

Paul leads our Client Services team within Restructuring and insolvency, focusing on supporting clients involved in insolvency processes—both corporate and personal. The team also oversees major outsourcing projects, including but not limited to insolvency-related engagements.

Experience

With over 20 years of experience, Paul has spent 19 years at Forvis Mazars, where he was instrumental in founding the Client Services team. 

Under his leadership, Forvis Mazars became a recognised leader in personal insolvency, holding the position of the largest personal insolvency firm (by bankruptcy appointments) since 2011. 

Paul was also the youngest Partner in the firm’s history, achieving this milestone at the age of 29. Over time, Paul guided the team to diversify beyond personal insolvency, expanding into corporate insolvency solutions and large-scale outsourcing projects, further strengthening the team’s reputation and capabilities in the market.

Work highlights

• One of Paul’s early successes was the tender and acquisition of several key debt purchaser clients during the industry's formative years. These clients became the foundation for the team’s growth and long-term success.
• In 2011, the team’s progress reached a new milestone with the acquisition of PwC’s personal insolvency team in Gloucester. This move enabled the team to work with large banking clients they had not previously engaged with, many of whom remain valued clients to this day.
• Over the past two decades, the industry has evolved significantly. A key highlight of Paul’s leadership has been his ability to navigate these changes and diversify the team’s services. What began as a personal insolvency offering has grown to include corporate insolvency solutions and large-scale outsourcing projects, ensuring the team remains agile and relevant in an ever-changing market.