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Stuart Wortley
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Stuart is a partner in the litigation and dispute resolution group specialising in resolving disputes and problems which involve commercial property.
He has unrivalled experience of the current problems associated with “urban exploring” and has obtained multiple injunctions to protect high profile buildings and construction sites against the risk of trespass.
For many years he has been recognised as a ‘Leading Individual’ by Legal 500 (joining the “Hall of Fame” in 2018) and a ‘Ranked Lawyer’ by Chambers and Partners.
Legal 500 UK
“The first-class Stuart Wortley fights cases with great enthusiasm and determination.”
"[He] has an instant grasp of everything and consistent accuracy, which make him a pleasure to instruct."
Chambers UK Guide
“Interviewees praise his practical, common-sense approach to disputes. He is absolutely superb, very proactive in litigation and very good at tracking down evidence and documents."
"[He] listens intently, doesn't miss a thing and understands the business very well. His quick response and way of dealing with things has prevented problems from becoming litigious."
Position
Partner
London: Real estate
Property litigation
Within: Leading individuals
Stuart Wortley - Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP
Within: Property litigation
Working in close co-operation with its real estate and financial services departments, Will Densham's team at Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP regularly acts for major development and investment companies in landlord and tenant disputes, dilapidation claims, rights to light issues, judicial reviews and energy-related litigation. Recently, the team has been particularly active in obtaining injunctions to prevent free climbers and urban explorers from trespassing on various well known London skyscrapers, including the Shard; this type of work is frequently handled by real estate litigator Stuart Wortley. Telecoms code specialist Thekla Fellas joined the team from Fladgate LLP in March 2019.