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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‘I hired this firm because I had a call with Ruby Dinsmore, who was incredibly knowledgeable, wise, empathetic, really knew her stuff, and felt like she would be the exact person I need in my corner. She also gave me high quality feedback, and quite frankly helped keep me on track and focused. I have referred her several times since, and would never now need to find another person in this legal space again. Excellent expertise, excellent result, and the highest quality work.’
‘Tom Walker is outstanding and has given me outstanding advice on more than one occasion which has really helped me make the right decisions.'
‘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.’
‘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.’
‘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.'
‘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.’
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