Danielle Clements > Gorvins Solicitors > Stockport, England > Lawyer Profile

Gorvins Solicitors possesses impressive corporate, commercial and litigation departments who collaborate with the three-partner strong contentious trusts and probate team to deliver a comprehensive service to trustees and beneficiaries. Under the leadership of Michael Smoult, whose recent work highlights included the disputed estates of high-profile sport and media individuals, the firm engage with contested and fraudulent wills, the removal and replacement of trustees, and complex Inheritance Act claims. Julie Burgess specialises in matters that concern foreign property and agricultural elements, while Danielle Clements, who was promoted to partner last year, advises on the full range of practice matters, with a notable track record on coercive behaviour and undue influence-based claims.

Operating in conjunction with the firm’s dispute resolution and commercial litigation teams, the Gorvins Solicitors debt recovery practice represents a number of credit unions as well as clients in specific industries. Practice head Mark Deverell is frequently instructed for debt collection and recovery work, while recently promoted partner Danielle Clements offers expertise in contentious probate matters. Associate Sunita Patel, experienced in debt collection outside of this jurisdiction, is also key. David Guest left the firm in December 2022.

The team at Gorvins Solicitors is equipped to represent its clients on a range of disputes, regularly working on key construction and development projects. Danielle Clements is a noteworthy team member, with experience handling matters involving issues with service charge, ground rent, dilapidations and the array of landlord and tenant claims. The practice is led by Guy Lightowler from Stockport, who is considered ‘fantastic to deal with’.

Gorvins Solicitors is recognised for its expertise in insolvency litigation in addition to disputes arising out of commercial matters, warranty claims, breach of contract and partnership issues. Mark Deverell co-heads the team out of Stockport and acts on behalf of businesses, principal shareholders and directors. Other co-head Guy Lightowler works on cross-border disputes for SMEs, PLCs and multinationals. Danielle Clements is well-versed in property litigation in addition to contentious probate matters.