Based in Taunton, Clarke Willmott LLP handles the full life cycle of debt recoveries, from pre-legal debt collection through to litigation and insolvency action and post insolvency trustee liaison. Philip Roberts, who heads up the team, is described as ‘experienced in successfully managing large scale debt recovery programs’, and is key for the group’s high-volume debt recovery work. Elsewhere, Stuart Hoysted is known for his technical knowledge of debt recovery, standing out for insolvency disputes and enforcement action. The group’s involvement in the water industry has continued to grow, building upon a prestigious client base in this area which includes Thames Water, as well as the largest water retailers in the UK. Kayleigh Cullis is skilled in insolvency litigation, and the wider group is known for its prowess in complex litigation.
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Testimonials
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- 'Clarke Willmott has an excellent debt recovery practice. They're very easy to deal with.'
- 'Philip Roberts approaches matters with a level head and smart thinking.'
- 'The team goes above and beyond with their advice, ethics and support. It is always available and provides sound commercial advice on legal disputes.'
- 'Philip Roberts is experienced in successfully managing large scale debt recovery programs. Philip adds significant value to the businesses he supports and advises.'
- 'Alex Jakubowski and James Marshall approach matters with the same level head and smart thinking.'
Key clients
- Food Standards Agency
- Castle Water
- Water Plus
- OVO Group
- Waters and Gate
- Ministry of Defence
- Corona Energy
- Wembley National Stadium
- Workman LLP
- Letchworth Garden City Heritage Foundation
- Greenslade Taylor Hunt
- Fresh Property Management
Work highlights
Advised Water Plus on volume and high value debt recovery strategies.
Advised Corona Energy on the recovery of both volume and complex debt litigation.
Advised the Food Standards Agency on the recovery of charges for food hygiene controls.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Philip Roberts
Other key lawyers
Stuart Hoysted; Kayleigh Cullis