
Viewed as 'a strong player in commercial litigation', the practice at Ashtons Legal is led by Norwich-based Tom Bailey and operates on a national scale. In Ipswich, Polly Stephenson's workload includes professional negligence claims and contentious trusts matters, while Annabel Mayer in Bury St Edmunds is well known for her expertise in advising on claims concerning contractual breaches.
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Testimonials
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‘A strong team which is well-resourced at all levels. They are all very capable.'
‘Annabel Mayer is very good. She is very commercial and has a good legal brain. She is very easy to work with.’
Key clients
- CeX
- Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries Limited
- Signs Express Limited
- Bubbleology
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head
Tom Bailey
Other key lawyers
Polly Stephenson; Annabel Mayer