The ‘proactive, responsive, and competent’ team at Cooley (UK) LLP advises large corporations, often household name clients, at all stages of a product liability claim, particularly in relation to litigation, from pre-action requirements to court proceedings. The group is also well equipped to handle high-profile litigation, including the Grenfell Public Inquiry and large corrective actions. Described as a ’star of product safety regulation‘, with a particular strength in the technology sector, Rod Freeman heads up the team and is supported by key litigator Claire Temple who ’manages cases and teams with efficiency’ and advises leading global manufacturers of consumer technology products. The team is also strong on the regulatory side, where Jamie Humphreys has represented clients in investigations by the UK’s product safety regulator, and assists clients to comply with new product safety and liability laws. Elsewhere, Sascha Grimm is a key figure in the team for liability litigation and regulatory investigations.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team is extremely proactive, responsive, competent and able to deliver under pressure of extreme deadlines. They work extremely well together.'
- 'The team is extremely efficient thanks to its large number and very qualified regulatory lawyers who have specialised per industry sector. They handle some of the largest product safety issues from their London office, with a worldwide spread.'
- 'Rod Freeman is a star of product safety regulation. His team members are all worth mentioning, with a special mention for Claire Temple who manages cases and teams with efficiency.'
- 'Cooley possesses extensive knowledge and experience in the field of product liability, and its advice is precise and reliable.'
- 'Rod Freeman has extensive experience and he is a go-to person when it comes to product liability and compliance matter.'
Key clients
- Whirlpool
- Polaris
- Hotpoint UK Appliances
- Stanley Black and Decker
Work highlights
Acted for Whirlpool as the sole legal representative in proceedings following the Grenfell Tower Fire.
Acted for a leading, global manufacturer of consumer technology products as international products counsel.
Advised a global manufacturer on its management on a repair campaign of gas hobs in the UK & Ireland.
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Practice head
Rod Freeman
Other key lawyers
Claire Temple; Sascha Grimm; Jamie Humphreys