Robert Johnson specialises in commercial disputes and spearheads the professional negligence practice at Healys LLP. Other key members of the team include Ben Parr-Ferris and Delwar Hussain. Both have extensive experience acting in a range of professional negligence claims, including those against solicitors, surveyors and estate agents. David Bailey left the practice in December 2024.
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Testimonials
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- 'Healys LLP is professional, well-organised, and efficient in handling of cases. I have appreciated the clear structure and consistency in how the firm has supported Robert’s work on my case.’
- 'Robert has been consistently available, responsive, and clear in his communications. He has a great ability to explain both the law and procedure in a way that is both accessible and reassuring.'
- 'Although litigation is never easy, Robert’s calm, confident and measured approach has made a real difference. His professionalism and support have given me the confidence to pursue this claim and seek accountability for the wrong I suffered.’
‘Experienced experts in the field of lawyers' professional negligence.’
‘Robert Johnson is outstanding. He demonstrates an ability to rapidly assess the core issues in a complex case, offering sound, constructive advice.'
- 'Delwar Hussain is excellent. His written material is of the highest quality.’
Key clients
- David John Developments Limited
- Wok 4 Walk Limited
- Teresa Fellowes
- Antaco UK Limited
- Rudi Mukendi
- Jackie Wells
- Graeme Stagg
- Adnan Chishti
- UTelcom UK Limited
- Mark and Nicole Levitus
Work highlights
Advising on a claim against a firm of solicitors arising out of the manner in which they handled our client’s arbitration proceedings in a US $20 million claim against a Chinese company under the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre Administered Arbitration Rules.
Advising on claims against firms of solicitors who acted for clients in the intended purchase of properties but which were subject to identity fraud.
Advising on a claim against a firm of solicitors which failed to advise a conveyancing client on the effect of access to development land being across an unadopted road for which there was no maintenance agreement, relying instead on insurance which did not protect the client.
Practice head
Robert Johnson
Other key lawyers
Ben Parr-Ferris; Delwar Hussain.