Blacks

Commercial Dispute Resolution

Partner and Head of Commercial Dispute Resolution

Luke Patel is a Partner and Head of Blacks' Commercial Dispute Resolution team. He joined the firm in 1998 and brings over 25 years of experience in handling complex, high-value litigation for businesses, charities, trustees and individuals.

His practice spans a wide range of commercial and civil disputes, including company and shareholder issues, director and trustee matters, professional negligence, defamation, privacy and landlord and tenant litigation. Luke advises clients from owner-managed businesses through to international organisations and registered charities.

Over the years, he has developed a strong reputation for advising religious charities and places of worship—such as temples, mosques and gurdwaras—on sensitive litigation. His work often involves representing trustees, committees and congregations in group actions and other forms of charity dispute.

He has successfully represented clients in the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court, including high-profile cases involving religious leaders.

Recognised by The Legal 500 as “very client focused, driven by getting the right outcome for his clients and always delivering an impeccable service,” Luke also received the Best Professional in Business Award at the English Asian Business Awards in 2013.

Gujarati, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi