
With particular strength in agribusiness, education, and government health, Mills & Reeve LLP's team is well-equipped to advise mid-market clients. Heading up the Norwich practice is Rachel McDonnell, who is regarded for her work in white-collar crime matters, including investigations and financial services litigation. Working alongside her is Catherine Noble, the team’s specialist in the food and education sectors. For defamation and restrictive covenant matters, Abaigh Compton is a key name. Rounding out the team is Charlie Cornford, who is well-versed in procurement disputes for clients in both the public and private sectors.
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Key clients
- Anglian Windows
- Insolvency Service and Official Receiver Offices
- Supply Chain Coordination Limited
- Two London based healthcare trusts
- Sureties
Work highlights
Representing Anglian Windows in Part 8 proceedings regarding the distribution of a fund surplus.
Acting for two directors in defence of a double derivative action in the High Court.
Acting for Supply Chain Coordination Limited, defending multiple claims relating to the procurement of a £4.4 billion logistics contract.
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Practice head
Rachel McDonnell
Other key lawyers
Catherine Noble; Abaigh Compton; Charlie Cornford
