Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP is known for its work in contentious disputes and structured commercial matters, particularly for senior individuals in the financial services sector. Paul Mander leads the team, focusing his practice on discrimination claims, and Ruby Dinsmore has developed a niche in neurodiversity cases. Tom Walker specialises in whistleblowing, unfair dismissals and confidentiality, while Hester Jewitt negotiates incentive arrangements and post-termination restrictions. Sarah Mant has expertise in matters relating to sex and maternity discrimination, as well as advising on covenants.
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Testimonials
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- ‘An experienced and client-friendly team.’
- ‘Paul Mander was excellent; very quick very thorough and did not get caught up with the unimportant items.’
- ‘Andrew Haywood is an exceptional lawyer. He worked in a frugal way with great expectation management. He was compassionate, and realistic. He was deeply available but also respected my boundaries. My experience and outcomes were standout and exceptional.’
- ‘A recommendation to use Andrew Haywood (partner) really put me on the right track. I knew I needed expert advice and I got exactly that from Andrew. I immediately knew I had come to the right person and he navigated me through the issue to a successfully outcome.'
- ‘I used Pennington Manches Cooper LLP through a personal recommendation from someone I trusted. I was immediately at ease with my decision to come there for expert legal advice and I was very happy with the advice, the work undertaken and the outcome.’
- ‘Hester Jewitt is a truly exceptional solicitor who provides clear, insightful advice. Her professionalism and strategic thinking were key factors in securing a very favourable outcome to a challenging situation.’
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Sarah Mant
Practice head
Paul Mander
Other key lawyers
Ruby Dinsmore; Tom Walker; Hester Jewitt; Sarah Mant; Andrew Haywood