Product Liability: Food

DWF acts on high-profile product liability disputes for clients in the food industry, as well as advising on regulatory issues and global compliance. It has noteworthy experience in dealing with claims of contamination. It frequently advises on cross-border matters, with notable expertise in EU law. Its clients include major food retailers, confectioners, alcoholic and soft drinks manufacturer, and dining establishments. The firm offers niche expertise in providing regulatory and risk management advice to non-traditional food businesses, such as online grocery retail and restaurant delivery services.

"The team is incredibly intelligent and offers quick, high-quality advice."

"DWF has a fantastic team and they all go out of their way for their clients."

"DWF has a very strong and well-organised department, formed by lawyers and paralegals with specific and deep expertise."

DWF continued to support a high-growth food supplement company on the launch of a food supplement into Brazil.

Hilary Ross maintains a leading reputation for her work across the spectrum of food law matters. She draws on extensive regulatory experience to advise an enviable client roster in the UK and continental Europe. She is highly attuned to the needs of emerging food entities entering the market, and handles a variety of labelling issues. "Hilary is great – she's a first-class operator." "Hilary is the best in the business. She's knowledgeable, commercial and a fantastic adviser."

Dominic Watkins has a highly regarded practice that incorporates an impressive scope of regulatory compliance, investigations and litigation. He is instructed by a comprehensive range of clients from the food and beverage industry, including national supermarkets, manufacturers and retailers. "Dominic is highly commercial and practical, providing clear and unequivocal advice."