Acting for both private and public sector clients, MSB Solicitors is recognised not only for its ‘wealth of experience’ in substantive law, but also for its strategic grasp of litigation, enabling it to deliver ’clear, accurate, and highly effective’ advice. Practice head Mark Forman is a go-to figure for business disputes, breach of contract claims, professional negligence, employment litigation, and mediation.
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- ‘The MSB Commercial Litigation team brings a wealth of experience and delivers expert, practical advice at every stage of a dispute. Every team member demonstrates deep knowledge of both the substantive law and the strategic realities of litigation, ensuring clear, effective, and commercially-minded guidance for clients.’
- ‘The Liverpool team is regularly instructed on complex, high-value commercial disputes involving both individuals and corporates. Their client care is exceptional, and they are trusted for their broad expertise in contract disputes, insolvency, company law, and commercial applications of equity and trusts.'
- ‘John McCreanney stands out as a litigator with remarkable composure, empathy, and drive. His balance of legal acumen, commercial instinct and client dedication consistently delivers outstanding results. His strategic litigation skills and attention to detail set him apart.’
- ‘Jonathan Alderton is meticulous, particularly in preparing cases and instructing counsel. His client service is exceptional, offering insightful and practical advice across all aspects of litigation.’
- ‘David Tarttelin and John McCreanney are both highly capable and continue to punch well above their weight.’
- ‘Honest, accessible, and responsive – MSB delivers everything you want in a legal team.'
Key clients
- Relendex
- Word on the Street Financial Solutions
- Hatters Square
- Social Money
- Path Business Recovery
- Pantera Property
- Encil
- CG Recovery
- Acuity Capital SPV
- RSK Property Holdings
- Erik Grig Surveyors
- London Investment House
Work highlights
Advised a client in response to an urgent injunction seeking to prevent an auction sale of a large commercial property.
Advised One Manchester on its legal and commercial options as to a development in Greater Manchester.
Advised Narrow Innovation Ltd on recovery of funds owed under a long-standing loan in the sum of £900,000.00.
Practice head
Mark Forman
Other key lawyers
Jonathan Alderton; David Tarttelin; John McCreanney