Through its broad expertise, Wilkin Chapman Rollits has amassed an extensive client base, which includes multinational companies, trusts and high-net-worth individuals. Andrew Holt is an effective commercial litigator who advises clients from the agricultural, renewables and tech industries, and Joshua Briggs leads the department, offering his expertise on all aspects of commercial disputes. James Kinnaird is proficient across a variety of niche areas, and Alison Boffey has notable CPS experience, acting for clients in the civil and Magistrates’ courts. Tom Hickingbottom is key to the firm’s agricultural expertise and property litigation knowledge.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Wilkin Chapman is very much in their clients' corner, demonstrating empathy, insight and considerable professional knowledge, prepared to think out of the box and innovate.’

  • ‘A very cohesive, positive, personable, engaging and highly effective team, led by Joshua Briggs and recently appointed partner, James Kinnaird.' 

  • ‘Joshua Briggs is a highly effective and personable litigator with outstanding leadership skills, enabling him to bring out the best in the legal team for the benefit of clients.'

  • 'James Kinnaird is an excellent communicator and first-rate litigator who is good at seeing the bigger picture and commercial factors in complex commercial claims.' 

  • ‘Joshua Briggs heads up a team of specialist dispute resolution lawyers. He deservedly enjoys the loyalty of many high-quality clients, and the quality of his advisory work is second to none.’

  • ‘They are a quick, reliable, efficient & knowledgeable team & leave us feeling confident that the job is being done correctly.’

Key clients

  • Mizkan Euro Ltd
  • The Prax Group

Work highlights

Acted in a shareholder claim for unfair prejudicial conduct and misappropriation of company funds.
Acted in a £5m partnership dispute.
Provided strategic advice to a professional services advisory company, and defended anticipated claims for contractual breach and misuse of information.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Tom Hickingbottom
James Kinnaird

Practice head

Joshua Briggs

Other key lawyers

Andrew Holt; James Kinnaird; Alison Boffey; Tom Hickingbottom