Squire Patton Boggs‘ Manchester team is experienced advising clients across a wide range of sectors, including life sciences, tech, retail and media. The team’s varied workload includes advising on sexual harassment and equal pay claims as well as supporting clients in the establishment of DE&I and ESG initiatives. In addition, the team assists with the employment aspects of cross-jurisdictional reorganisations and restructurings. James Pike specialises in large-scale restructuring and industrial relations work. Pike now co-leads the practice alongside the ’phenomenal’ Alison Treliving, who is equipped to handle sensitive strategic change matters. Jane Saunders is a key practitioner. Former co-lead Bryn Doyle and Helen Adams departed the group in December 2024 and March 2025 respectively.
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