Freeths LLP fields an ‘experienced, helpful and attentive’ team with broad expertise, which includes handling contractual, insurance, and partnership disputes. Graham Greenfield helms the practice and brings a wealth of experience in High Court and Court of Appeal cases, in which he is experienced acting for a diverse range of clients. Jade Flint is praised as a ’standout member’ of the practice who routinely handles shareholder and partnership disputes. Other key names include Jessica Lees, who assists the remit of clients, George Bailey who is an expert on contentious insolvency matters, and Gregg Parkin who handles a varied caseload which features insurance, contract, and corporate disputes.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The key strength is its people are all part of the team. There will always be a team member willing and able to step into the breach to maintain continuity for the client.’
‘Graham Greenfield is a standout as an individual. He has a calming demeanour and confidence in his manner that clients value when faced with daunting litigation. Gregg Parkin has become a very accomplished lawyer. His strategic thinking and application is vital to successful outcomes.’
‘The team are experienced, helpful and attentive, they bring practical solutions to difficult situations.’
‘Attention-to-detail is excellent, along with strong communication.’
‘Gregg Parkin has been a tenacious friend to us and found the perfectly qualified Counsel. We have appreciated the fact that he has kept his finger on the pulse of things and gives updates without the need for prompting.’
‘The collaboration across various offices is excellent to make sure your matter is given the right level of attention from the appropriate fee earners.’
‘Jade Flint is excellent at dealing with matters in a practical, proactive way. She responds to instructions in a timely fashion and is great at getting the tone right when negotiating.’
‘Jade Flint is the standout member of this team; she works tirelessly for her clients and absorbs a significant amount of information quickly, before delivering sensible and targeted advice. Jade has a wealth of experience.’
'We deliberately moved to this firm for a more proactive approach on long-standing matters. It has certainly been a good move.'
'Excellent technical knowledge, focus on problem solving and working with the client to achieve the best possible outcome.'
Key clients
- Poundstretcher Limited
- Post Office Group Action
- Agrovista UK Limited
- Bio Dynamic (UK) Limited
- FRP Advisory Limited
- Opus Restructuring LLP
- The Way Ahead Group Limited t/a See Tickets
- The Skills Coaches Group of Companies
- Motorpoint Limited
- Motopark Academy GmbH
- R Stratton & Co Limited
- Resolve Advisory
- Henry Bell Holdings Limited
Work highlights
Acting for a business in connection with a claim arising out of breaches of fiduciary duties, the claim involves complex issues pertaining to pursuing against an estate which is likely insolvent.
Acting for over 400 clamant postmasters in Post Office Group Action, in the government-funded compensation Scheme.
Acting for a high net worth individual in connection with a claim against a newspaper arising out of an article published online and in paper form.
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Practice head
Graham Greenfield
Other key lawyers
Jade Flint; Jessica Lees; George Bailey; Gregg Parkin