Praised for its ability ‘to handle complex large-scale litigation’, Edwin Coe LLP covers a broad range of class action litigation, advising on cartel and consumer credit claims as well as mass torts. The firm is also experienced in financial services sector claims and shareholder claims. Alex Shirtcliff, who leads the team, is recommended for his expertise in cryptocurrency matters. ’A great sounding board’, David Greene regularly represents large classes of individuals against companies in competition cases, appearing before the CAT and the High Court. With experience in judicial reviews, Zahira Hussain advises on financial services litigation.
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Testimonials
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- The litigation team at Edwin Coe is some of the leading experts in these types of claims. Their expertise means they are able to run these big and complex cases with ease.
- David Greene is one of the foremost experts in this area and is well supported by the excellent Zahira Hyssain.
- David Greene is, quite simply, a living legend. There's nothing he hasn't seen, and nothing he can't do. He knows the game. Thomas Malato-Johnson is also a very bright prospect in this space.
- Their ability to identify and understand complex multi-jurisdictional issues that may span across various areas of law.
- I've had the pleasure of working with David Greene, Senior Partner, and Frederick Sheppard, Legal Director, and they impressed me with their extensive knowledge and experience in cross-border litigation and precise advice on the most intricate matters.
- I can say they have a strong, enthusiastic team of lawyers and assistants who were always contactable throughout a process that lasted for around four years.
Key clients
- 110 purchasers of Italian holiday property
- 400 TUI cruise customers
- Investors in Finablr plc
- Consumers in claims against Barclays Bank for fraud relating to timeshares
- Victims of the Hillsborough Disaster and cover-up
- Creditors of The Interchange Organisation
- Amigo Loans
- Pensioners receiving compensation from the Pension Protection Fund
Work highlights
Advising a group of 140 claimants in relation to their claim for damages and interest against various truck manufacturers, following a finding by the European Commission of a price-fixing cartel.
Acting on a claim by 400 TUI customers in relation to a cancelled cruise in the Caribbean.
Acting in a mass claim for mis-selling of time share and the liability of lenders under the Consumer Credit Act.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Alexander Shirtcliff
Other key lawyers
Zahira Hussain; Fred Sheppard; Valerie Sweeting; David Greene