In the eyes of one client, Stewarts Law LLP is ‘probably the most experienced claimant-side securities group claim firm’, with a range of expertise handling high-profile class actions in securities, competition, and financial product misselling. The team is particularly experienced in s90 FSMA group claims; Keith Thomas is a particular name to note in this area. Also leading the team are competition specialist Kate Pollock and David Pickstone, with extensive expertise acting for leading financial institutions. Aaron Le Marquer has considerable insurance knowledge, while Inge Forster is skilled at handling competition class actions.
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‘Probably the most experienced claimant-side securities group claim firm. Huge numbers of experienced securities partners and associates.’
‘Keith Thomas is very experienced and relaxed. A pleasure to work with.'
‘Stewarts is one of the standout firms in the group litigation space and an obvious choice for claimants. ’
‘Keith Thomas is everything one might want in a partner managing a substantial claim: clever, strategic, sensible and good humoured. ’
‘Stewarts is one of the key securities litigation firms on all the big cases. They have a good team of people with in-depth knowledge of the area and can cross-fertilise using their experience in each case. ’
‘The team is nice to deal with and engaged. Lorraine Lanceley and Elisa Wahnon are keen, very personable, and active in the securities litigation world. Keith Thomas is very experienced - you definitely want him on your side. They are all prepared to put in the hours to meet client demands and deliver the best work. ’
‘Stewarts stands out as a top-flight group litigation practice given the size of their team, the depth of their knowledge, and their hands-on approach to every case. They would be my first recommendation to any potential client.’
'Kate Pollock is hands-on with every case, on top of all the detail as well and the bigger picture, and is a joy to work with. Inge Forster is a fantastically hard worker, totally calm under pressure, and in control of a case from start to finish.’
'The Stewarts team is extremely knowledgeable and professional. It is clear that they care about their clients and their work product!'
'Stewarts are one of the most tenacious firms in London, attracting co-counsel opportunities from within the UK and from overseas. Impressing (and attracting) fellow professionals is a clear badge of honour in an increasingly crowded group litigation marketplace.'
Key clients
- Alexander Wolfson (on behalf of Microsoft business customers)
- Group action v Glencore Plc (FL-2022-000025; FL-2022-000026; FL-2023-000024)
- The Eclipse Litigation
- Two private individuals; seven companies v SKAT
- Group action v Petrofac Limited (FL-2023-000014)
- ASDA Stores Limited
- Liberty Retail Ltd and Arena Racing Limited
- The Scotts Atlantic Group Action
- London International Exhibition Centre plc (the ‘ExCeL’)
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Kate Pollock; David Pickstone; Keith Thomas; Aaron Le Marquer
Other key lawyers
Inge Forster