JMW Solicitors LLP continues to handle high-value, complex disputes across a broad spectrum of matters. Alongside its strong commercial and property litigation capabilities, the team is highly regarded for its expertise in reputation management and media law, frequently deploying its significant injunction experience. Co-chair Steve Morris represents a diverse client base, from multinational PLCs to high-net-worth individuals across various sectors. Fellow co-chair Mark Jones is a leading figure in professional negligence claims, acting against solicitors, engineers, and architects. Claire Brown has amassed significant experience in employment-related disputes, such as the misuse of confidential information.
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Testimonials
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- ‘An effective team looked after our case, available when we needed them.’
- ‘We felt very aligned with Michael Kennedy, who provided great service, was very knowledgeable, and was incredibly helpful.’
- ‘One of the best local mid-sized firms for this kind of work, with a large and diverse team offering a range of styles and seniorities.’
- ‘Graham Small is a wise head and brilliant leader who inspires confidence in the more junior solicitors in the team.’
- ‘Holly Holland is incredibly hard-working and conscientious, achieving great results for clients as a result.’
- ‘JMW continues to earn my trust with their transparent and pragmatic approach to my work. They are knowledgeable in their respective disciplines, as one would expect from expert advisors, but what makes me return to them is their approach to the early discussions on any matter.'
- ‘My main points of contact are Richard Parkinson and Layla Kelly. Both have an approach that makes me feel comfortable that my matters are in safe hands. Whether it's in contract drafting or litigation, they take the time to properly understand the outcome I’m looking for and advise on the route(s) to achieve it.'
- ‘One of the busiest litigation practices around. This is due to the quality of the litigation team assembled and the fact that the service they provide is founded on excellent client engagement at all stages of the process.'
- ‘Rebecca Young is simply the best solicitor I have dealt with as a barrister. She is the complete lawyer and earns the respect of everyone she deals with.'
- 'The JMW team are easily approachable and explain things at every step of the way. They are able to quickly summarise and advise on the best way forward.'
Key clients
- The Fitzpatrick Family Discretionary Settlement
- Yellow Brick Capital
- Go, Goodwins Clwyd,
- United Utilities Water
Work highlights
Advised a family Trust in successfully obtaining a High Court declaration.
Advised various parties involved in the development, ownership and management of high rise residential buildings subject to the Building Safety Act.
Acted for a property development company in successfully defending a Part 20 claim.
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Practice head
Steve Morris; Mark Jones
Other key lawyers
Graham Small; Michael Kennedy; Mark Jones; Alison Parry; Claire Brown