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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Jonathan Eatough
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Practice head
Andrew Smith
Other key lawyers
Jonathan Eatough; Philip Williams; Leontia McArdle; Charlotte Leith; Benjamin Fellows