Dispute Resolution: Commercial - UK
The barristers at 2 Temple Gardens are routinely retained by clients seeking representation in commercial disputes involving companies in the UK and overseas, and have a particular flair for litigation involving contract disputes. Recent work includes includes Last Bus (Dublin) Limited v (1) Dawsongroup Bus And Coach Limited; (2) Evobus Limited, a multimillion-pound dispute relating to the supply of coaches by Mercedes-Benz to a major operator of bus services in the Republic of Ireland. Another matter handled was Elite Insurance Company v BCR Legal, CRL Management and BCR Group, where the set acted for the claimant, a Gibraltan insurer, in a case concerning breach of a binder agreement entered into with the coverholder defendant.
Client service
"The clerks have been excellent in assisting in last minute applications and contacting the court. They are always available at the end of the phone and respond quickly to emails."
"Billy Hammonds, joint deputy senior clerk, provides an excellent service."
"The clerks foster great working relationships and are a pleasure to deal with."
Lee Tyler is the senior clerk.
Notable Practitioners
Charles Dougherty KC "Charles Dougherty punches above his weight." "Charles is modest, hardworking and team spirited. He is very easy to work with." "Charles Dougherty is exceptionally bright and really at the top of the tree. He has a real specialism in jurisdiction disputes and conflict of laws, and is very user friendly."
Timothy Killen "Tim Killen provides excellent written work and very good advice." "A very intelligent barrister whose advice is superb." "Tim is exceptionally bright and goes the extra mile to assist."