With a strong track record in negotiating high-value exits, the senior executive team at Lewis Silkin is a popular choice for individuals in private equity and asset management firms. The group regularly advises on complex litigation, whistleblowing and discrimination cases. Practice head Nicholas Hadaway is an experienced litigator, and regularly represents senior executives from the financial services sector. Richard Miskella carries out sensitive investigations and mediates a wide range of workplace disputes, while Toni Lorenzo specialises in restrictive covenant matters and team moves. Tarun Tawakley has a prowess for issues relating to gig economy, and Sarah McWhinney handles complex grievance and disciplinary issues. Laetitia Cooke was made partner in April 2025, and manages cases involving difficult exits. Eleanor Diamond is also a key member of the team.
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Practice head
Nicholas Hadaway
Other key lawyers
Richard Miskella; Toni Lorenzo; Tarun Tawakley; Sarah McWhinney; Laetitia Cooke; Eleanor Diamond; Mike Anderson