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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.