DLA Piper‘s North West litigation team continues to secure high-profile mandates from government bodies, private equity firms, and global businesses. The practice is highly regarded for its expertise in shareholder and partnership disputes, as well as contentious proceedings before the Companies Court involving schemes of arrangement and capital reductions. The team also excels in asset finance claims, payment services disputes, and large-scale financial litigation. Team head Andrew Smith is a seasoned litigator, adept at handling complex international and domestic disputes. Jonathan Eatough helps clients across industries investigate, mitigate, and manage litigation risks. Charlotte Leith and Leontia McArdle bring significant expertise in high-stakes litigation.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Very strong team headed by Andrew Smith; huge experience and great strength in depth; supported by the wider national and international firm.'
- ‘Andrew Smith – Huge experience; tough and punchy; particular expertise in investment banking transactions.'
- ‘Ben Fellowes and Phil Williams – Particular expertise in financial services and fintech disputes.’
- ‘Charlotte Leith – an absolute delight to work with; great team coordinator; very strong lawyer; unflappable and a very efficient and effective litigator.’
Key clients
- Jemella
- Fullbrook Thorpe Investments
- Maven Capital Partners
- Harrison Street Real Estate Capital
- Scottish Power Group
- GE Capital
- Close Brothers
- Wise Payments
- New Day
- Bionical EMAS
- JD Williams & Co
- SEFE Energy
- Payoneer
- Intelerad
- Start Rite International
- THG
- Orkla ASA
- Shaftesbury
- Holmes Care Group
- Clariant International
Work highlights
Advising Harrison Street concerning the fallout from financial distress with one of their joint venture partners.
Acting in a significant shareholder dispute concerning an online gambling company operating in Africa and the UK/Europe.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Andrew Smith
Other key lawyers
Jonathan Eatough; Philip Williams; Leontia McArdle; Charlotte Leith; Benjamin Fellows