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‘Strong technical and commercially focused team that is always available to act quickly and efficiently to protect clients’ interests. Clients are always confident in their advice, as well as their strategies and tactics to both defend and pursue litigation.’
‘Super-fast response times make them a go-to firm for mid-tier commercial litigation matters, especially where there is some genuine urgency. In particular, they have huge experience in big cases and acting for big clients.’
- ‘Andrew Smith is one of a handful of top-class litigation partners in the UK and can handle any litigation of whatever size and complexity with ease.’
‘Samantha Holland is an encyclopedia of insurance law and has great judgement.’
‘James Sidwell is a powerful combination - he has great legal knowledge, excellent judgement, and strong analytical skills, but he is also a gifted leader and communicator. He takes time to understand his clients, but also (and this is rare) to look after his team. Exactly the person clients want in command of complex litigation.’
‘Catherine Naylor is an excellent partner - calm, knows her strengths, and happy to fight hard to win.’
- ‘Verity Barker is a crucial member of the team. She has complete command of the detail, is extremely disciplined, cool under pressure, determined, and exceptionally thorough. Nothing falls through the cracks when Verity is on the case.’
- ‘Tom Cox is an exceptional litigator. His down-to-earth and focused advice, coupled with a clear enthusiasm for the matters at hand, ooze confidence and excellent client care. One to watch.’
Key clients
- THG
- Mitral Holdco
- Equity Trust (Jersey)
- DCI Advisors
- M Group Holdings
- Aston Martin Lagonda
- CPC Group
- Reino Capital
- Financial Reporting Council
- GKN
Work highlights
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Other key lawyers
James Sidwell; Catherine Naylor; Andrew Smith; Tom Cox; Verity Barker; Samantha Holland