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Provided by Freeths LLP
Our department attracts key clients due to our:
- Intelligent and effective use of electronic platforms to assess, interrogate and utilise dispute evidence and data;
- Incisive approach which does not require all evidence to be available before making liability calls; and
- Impressive use of instinct and common sense gained from extensive experience, which allows our lawyers to “join the dots” or “fill in the blanks”.
The team provides advice on a vast range of issues including:
- Breach of directors’ duties, shareholder and partnership disputes,
- Commercial contract disputes, to include interim injunction applications,
- Insurance disputes, particularly in relation to policy coverage and interpretation-(Mukesh Patel has extensive experience in the insurance litigation field).
- Professional negligence claims,
- Property litigation claims,
- Restrictive covenant and warranty claims,
- Claims arising out of insolvent businesses such as claims based upon preferences and transactions at an undervalue
- Financial services disputes,
- Construction disputes,
- Trust issues.
Freeths has a strong and impressive client base. The team continues to have a strong presence in the energy sector and has this year acted on a matter concerning a fatal fire incident involving a gas cylinder which may include cross border proceedings. Freeths also has a strong presence in the food sector acting for companies such as Greenyard Fresh and Noble Foods, as well as continuing to act for Aldi Stores Limited in the retail sector.
Chambers Review
Freeths has a notable litigation department across offices in Birmingham, Leicester and Nottingham. The practice provides advice on a wide array of disputes concerning areas such as directors' duties,trusts, commercial contracts, financial services and professional negligence. It also provides expertise in shareholder and partnership disputes. The firm is particularly active in the retail and food and beverage sectors.
Work Highlights
- Freeths acted in defence of shareholders of a group of companies that were issued three Section 994 petitions by former MP Andrew Bridgen, who asserted that the affairs of these companies had been conducted in a manner which was unfairly prejudicial to the interests of Andrew Bridgen as a member of those companies.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm offers a prompt, reliable service with a very commercial approach."
"Freeths have been providing us with strong service levels for many years and always respond in a timely manner."
"They very quickly get to grips with the background and the issues, understanding the technical side in order to give advice that is tailored to the business."
"The firm offers a prompt, reliable service with a very commercial approach."
"Freeths have been providing us with strong service levels for many years and always respond in a timely manner."
"They very quickly get to grips with the background and the issues, understanding the technical side in order to give advice that is tailored to the business."
Notable Practitioners
Louise Wilson joins the rankings after demonstrating excellent skill in contract termination litigation, company liability, breach of warranty disputes and distribution arrangements.
"Louise is an excellent lawyer who takes time to understand her clients and their objectives, consistently ensuring that her strong legal advice is aligned with commercial requirements."