Aaron & Partners LLP

Dispute Resolution

CEO | Partner & Head of Dispute Resolution

Nick became the firm’s CEO in 2026 having been Senior Partner since 2019. Nick has been with Aaron & Partners for over 20 years, and he sits on the firm’s management board. He also leads the Dispute Resolution team.

Background and Expertise 

Nick completed his studies in jurisprudence (law) at Wadham College, Oxford. Being local to the Chester area, he was keen to return home following University and joined the firm as a Trainee Solicitor in 1999.

In the years that followed, Nick continued to progress at the firm, becoming a partner in 2006 and eventually taking up the roles of Head of Dispute Resolution in 2014, Senior Partner in 2019 and CEO in 2026.

Nick handles disputes involving commercial agreements, shareholder disputes, partnership disputes, sale and supply of goods and services disputes, disputes arising out of corporate transactions, and professional negligence claims.

As CEO, Nick has an active involvement in the running of the firm and sits on our Executive Board.

Specialisms and Personal Achievements 

Nick’s expertise extends to handling professional negligence claims against various professionals, including:

Accountant negligence claims

Solicitor negligence

Negligent Architects

Financial adviser negligence

Nick also has expertise in disputes in the logistics sector, particularly involving liens and other warehousing disputes.

As an accredited Mediator, Nick is committed to using alternative methods of resolution during dispute matters. Outside of work, he has served as the Company Secretary at Chester Zoo for the last 9 years and is a longstanding season ticket holder at Manchester United.

Nick's approach to dispute resolution is characterised by a client-centric philosophy. He prioritises understanding his clients' objectives and devises strategies to deliver their goals.

Nick read Jurisprudence (Law) at Wadham College, Oxford.