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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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