Shoosmiths LLP has had a dynamic year handling a broad spectrum of commercial litigation, remaining a go-to firm for clients in financial services, technology, and mobility. The arrival of Lyndsay Crowder-Barton has strengthened the team’s capabilities in TMT and tech disputes. Team head Andrew Whalley plays a pivotal role in high-stakes data breach claims, while Richard Marshall has been heavily engaged in cladding disputes post-Grenfell. Sylwena Sempa is a standout for pensions and employment litigation.
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Testimonials
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‘A compact team that delivers an exceptional service with huge expertise and a real punch. Their handling of complex litigation is always astute and well judged.'
‘A top tier practice doing major commercial litigation for UK and foreign clients.'
‘Andrew Whalley is a highly experienced commercial partner.'
- 'Sylwena Sempa is a rising star with deep knowledge of the law and a real eye for detail and strategy.'
‘Responsive, full service, commercial approach, with a real flair for developing creative solutions to disputes.'
Key clients
- Virgin Media O2
- Asda Stores
- Terra Payment Services
- giffgaff
- Tesco Mobile
- Crown Paints
- Hempel
- Dexatel
- French Connection
- Haier Group
- AmTrust Europe
- PSB UK
Work highlights
Acting for global fintech provider TerraPay concerning a claim for restitution.
Acting for AmTrust Europe Limited in the defence of a High Court claim for £17 million relating to defective cladding and fire stopping.
Representing Hoover as sole UK legal adviser on product liability claims for over 10 years.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Andrew Whalley
Other key lawyers
Richard Marshall; Lyndsay Crowder-Barton; Matthew Brown; Sylwena Sempa; Sarah Rigby