Pinsent Masons LLP
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Pinsent Masons LLP is recognised for its strength in the utilities, waste, and infrastructure sectors, having acted for United Utilities in the long-running Manchester Ship Canal litigation, including two Supreme Court hearings. The team also commands a strong reputation in National Electronic Communications Code disputes. Practice head Michael Smith is an experienced litigator known for handling complex and novel legal issues, while Bethan Holley leads on high-value disputes involving water and sewage infrastructure.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Pinsent Masons tend to get the best work from excellent clients. Exceptional partners are running the team in Manchester / North West, but with talented associates and more junior solicitors who have been trained to the highest standards.’
- ‘Michael Smith heads up the Property Dispute Resolution team in Manchester, and he is one of the top property litigators out there. He tends to work on complex, high-profile cases and attracts big cases away from London-based firms..'
Key clients
- United Utilities Water
- Retirement Villages Group
Work highlights
Act for United Utilities on the Manchester Ship Canal litigation.