Stephenson Harwood’s professional and management liability team deals with disputes and regulatory investigations for a broad range of clients, including auditors, solicitors, tax advisors, and finance professionals. Roland Foord is noted for his experience within the legal, accountancy and fine art sectors, while Culy focuses his practice on accountancy litigation and regulatory investigations. Paul Hollands oversees claims involving professionals. Helena Berman brings extensive experience in cases relating to defective tax advice, often with an international element. Jenny McKeown and Chris Edwards-Earl handle claims involving trusts, and Andrew Myers oversees property disputes.
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‘The team at Stephenson Harwood are excellent technical lawyers with a thorough understanding of the commercial realities facing their clients. ’
‘The team are very approachable and proactive and knowledgeable about what can be highly complex financial matters. ’
‘Paul Hollands is our go-to contact and is very knowledgeable, approachable and user-friendly.’
‘My experience of the team at Stephenson Harwood has been extremely positive - not only are they extremely knowledgeable, but they are also user-friendly and good at anticipating client needs. I recommend them highly. ’
‘Helena Berman is a brilliant litigator who brings an iron will to win to her cases. Her opponents fear her - with justification.'
- 'Jenny McKeown is a star lawyer who excels in strategic direction and obtaining the very best outcome for her clients. She is also great fun to work with.'
Key clients
- KPMG LLP
- Deloitte LLP
- Christie's
- BDO LLP
- Pannells LLP
Work highlights
Defended BDO LLP and Pannells LLP in High Court proceedings arising from complex and historic tax structuring issues.
Defending KPMG LLP and David Costley-Wood in claims totalling £1.4 billion for damages arising out of their insolvency work.
Defending an accountancy firm in a multi-defendant high court professional negligence claim relating to the tax planning of a former client's c.£6 million estate.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Roland Foord
Other key lawyers
Paul Hollands; Helena Berman; Jenny McKeown; Chris Edwards-Earl; Andrew Myers