The ‘capable and experienced team of litigators’ at TLT have in-depth knowledge of financial regulatory matters and frequently represent industry bodies, banks and financial services companies in banking litigation, investigations, contentious regulatory issues and secured litigation. The firm also has a notable specialism in retail banking litigation, which is an area of specialism of the firm's practice head James Chadwick, who also frequently acts in a host of regulatory investigations. Chantal Peters is well versed in FCA enforcement and whistleblowing investigations, and Steve Walpole regularly advises financial institutions and is described by clients as ’outstanding, pragmatic, realistic and a source of level-headed advice’.
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Testimonials
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- 'Great in-depth knowledge of the law and engagement.'
- 'Steve Walpole is a superb litigator. He has a strong eye for detail and is fastidious in uncovering every point that helps a client. A star partner in banking litigation.'
- 'A capable and experienced team of litigators in the retail banking sector.'
- 'Steve Walpole is a shrewd and no-nonsense litigator, who knows how and when to press a point and when to back off. Steve was always ahead of the game, and in an appeal where there were three other parties involved, he made sure that we were the party setting the agenda and driving the matter forward. Undoubtedly someone you want on your side in a fight.'
- 'Steve Walpole is a solid litigator and has performed well in traditional litigation. James Chadwick is a technically strong all-rounder who isn't afraid to get his hands dirty.'
- 'Highly impressed with the strength and depth of the team at TLT. They are particularly excellent at responsiveness and commerciality. The advice delivered is easy to understand and implement.'
Key clients
- Santander UK
- Lloyds Banking Group
- Nationwide Building Society
- Triodos Bank
- One Savings Bank
- Co-operative Bank
- TSB Bank
- Skipton Building Society
- UKAR
- West Bromwich Building Society
- Yorkshire Building Society
- Computershare
Work highlights
Acting for Skipton Building Society in Harrop v Skipton Building Society before the the Court of Appeal.
Acting for Capita in Neil Spurgeon and Others v Capita plc before the Kings Bench Division of the High Court.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
James Chadwick
Other key lawyers
Chantal Peters; Steve Walpole; Josh Goucher