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Commercial litigation: mid-market

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Stevens & Bolton LLP

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The commercial litigation team at Stevens & Bolton LLP regularly handles a range of matters, with a recent focus on disputes in the life sciences, IT, technology, and franchising areas. Further, the group demonstrates its international capabilities, often handling work with an international element, engaging in matters that involve assets located abroad or damage suffered in other jurisdictions. The talented team features Sophie Ashcroft, who boasts a successful record in technology and IT disputes, as well as Andrew Quick, noted for his expertise in professional negligence and franchising arrangements, alongside Catherine Penny, who demonstrates considerable expertise in life sciences matters.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Sophie Ashcroft is an exceptional partner. She is fiercely clever, a super strategist, and great with clients.’

  • ‘Stevens & Bolton punch above their weight, easily matching larger firms in the City, with a keen focus on commercial reality while being pleasant to work with. An unusual and welcome combination.’

  • ‘Sophie Ashcroft is a keenly intelligent, adept litigator who draws on a huge amount of experience to deliver real strategic and tactical value. She is, also, calm and authoritative while being a pleasure to work with.’

  • ‘Knowledge, empathy, and honesty. Always good to know where you stand and the team at Stevens & Bolton get to the point delivering effective advice and guidance.’

  • ‘The firm boasts a team of highly skilled professionals who excel in various domains of law.'

  • 'Their expertise covers corporate law, litigation, and more. Each member brings a deep understanding of their respective fields, ensuring comprehensive legal support.'

  • ‘When I think of Stevens & Bolton, I really think of the care and bespoke approach they take to clients and their cases. They are able to deeply dive into the issues faced by their clients, and peel back the onion to find the root of the issue at hand. I've been impressed by their people and the culture they foster.’

  • ‘Catherine Penny is an outstanding lawyer. She is able to take complex material and explain it in a clear and concise way to all parties (clients, tribunals, etc.). Working with her is a real pleasure.’

Key clients

  • Papa Johns
  • Philips Respironics California LLC
  • Samsung Electronics (UK) Ltd

Other key lawyers

Sophie Ashcroft; Catherine Penny; Michael Frisby; Andrew Quick