Richard Breavington > RPC > London, England > Lawyer Profile

RPC counts major tech, social media, and newspaper companies among its impressive roster of clients, handling the full range of contentious and non-contentious matters for clients including Meta, Google, TikTok, and the BBC. Jon Bartley leads on data advisory matters, with a sector focus on retail and technology. Richard Breavington takes point on cyber matters, while Rupert Cowper-Coles and David Cran are the key names for data and tech disputes. Also in the core team is Oliver Bray, whose practice has a particular focus on data issues relating to digital media and online retail. The ‘oustanding’ Joe Lippitt was elevated to the partnership in May 2023 and is also recommended.

RPC is a defendant-focused firm which covers all areas of professional negligence. The firm has a strong profile in the financial sector, with instructions from numerous major insurers and accountancy firms. Construction is a key area of strength for the firm, with a client list which includes a significant number of major consultants and contractors. Nick Bird acts for leading domestic and multinational insurance clients. Alan Stone has more than twenty years of experience in construction, and currently acts on behalf of the architect of Grenfell Tower. James Wickes specialises in defending complex, high value claims against financial professionals and institutions. Richard Breavington leads the cyber and tech insurance team and regularly advises on cyber breach incidents. Other individuals to note include Tim Bull, Felicity Strong, and Tom Green.