Fieldfisher’s dispute resolution practice is renowned for its strength in corporate litigation, professional negligence, sports disputes, and insolvency claims. The team is distinguished by its full-service offering and notable debt recovery expertise. Team head James Lappin is highly regarded for delivering strong results in complex, high-stakes litigation. Chris Keane, joining from Clarke Willmott LLP in January 2024, enhances the team’s insolvency expertise. Daniel Sheehan regularly advises top sporting clients, including several Premier League clubs. Grace Brown and Rebecca Smith are key figures in contentious probate. Chris Gee departed the firm for DWF in March 2024.
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Accolades
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Testimonials
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- ‘A very good team of commercial litigators.’
- ‘James Lappin and Dan Sheehan are both highly experienced and excellent.’
Key clients
- Manchester Holdings
- Class of Employees and Former Employees of Morrisons
Work highlights
Advised Manchester Holdings concerning defending an unfair prejudice claim.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Daniel Sheehan
Rebecca Smith
Practice head
James Lappin
Other key lawyers
Chris Keane; Emma-Kate Hargreave; David Robinson; Daniel Sheehan; Rebecca Green; Grace Brown