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
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- ‘Paul Verrico - the go-to solicitor, to calm, reassure and plan an effective strategy for a substantial case. Persuasive, empathetic and diligent. He will fight for the best result and never give up a cause. Tim Hill - very experienced and smart.’
- ‘The leading commercial defence team for health and safety. The most experienced team and best equipped and qualified to deal with a large company in a major case.’
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
Practice head
Paul Verrico
Other key lawyers
Tim Hill; Julia Thomas; Sarah Valentine; Sophie Parkin; Philip Crosbie