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Addleshaw Goddard LLP’s client roster includes a number of regional building societies and national high street banks. The team, led by Sally Butt, is experienced in handling claims against solicitors, IFAs and architects.

DLA Piper UK LLP’s practice is led by the ‘first-class’ Hugh Evans, who is ‘intellectual’ and has ‘strong client care skills’. The team is rated for its approachability and ‘commercial awareness’. It advises a number of lenders on property-related financial losses; clients include Barclays and Leeds Building Society.

Irwin Mitchell acts in claims against solicitors over mishandled litigation, and against surveyors over the misvaluation of property. Daniel Brumpton heads the team, which counts Mortgages plc among its clients.

Levi Solicitors LLP represents lenders in negligence claims against surveyors, accountants and actuaries. Michelle Levin specialises in actions against solicitors. Litigation head Paul Sykes is experienced in disputes with professional indemnity insurers.

Gordons LLP represents a number of mortgage lenders, with Paragon Group a key client. It has experience in negligence claims against solicitors, including cases concerning buy-to-let transactions. Practice head Matthew Howarth is recommended.

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