Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP fields a team praised by clients for its ‘efficiency and professionalism’, which is active for clients both within the UK and internationally. The group takes a key role in thought leadership, and has notable expertise advising clients in the wake of complex fatal or catastrophic incidents. Paul Verrico leads the team, and is the firm’s global head of EHS. Working alongside Verrico are Tim Hill, who has a focus on energy, chemical, and high risk manufacturing clients, and Sarah Valentine, whose expertise is buttressed by her work as a part-time judicial appointment as an Assistant Coroner. Philip Crosbie heads the Leeds offering, and is active for prominent infrastructure, energy, and life sciences clients.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘I have been represented by other organisations, but Eversheds Sutherland and Paul Verrico were streets ahead of competitors when it comes to skills and advocacy. Sophie Parkin is a rising star and perfectly project managed the matter from start to finish.’

  • ‘Health & Safety claims are by their nature complex and a source of potential stress and anxiety. The Eversheds approach, their efficiency and professionalism have made a big difference to our organisation in terms of feeling fully supported by a professional organisation with strong contacts and a central London presence.’

Key clients

  • Kingspan Insulation Limited
  • World’s leading manufacturer of municipal vehicles

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.

Sarah Valentine
Sarah Valentine
Practice head

Paul Verrico

Other key lawyers

Tim Hill; Julia Thomas; Sarah Valentine; Sophie Parkin; Philip Crosbie