Addleshaw Goddard

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• ‘AG Manchester's IT/Tech/Telecoms practice have long been the "go to" team in the North West for the most complex, high-profile, high-value work, and this has only increased over time.'

• ‘Nadine Waters is quite a legend in the North West marketplace. She delivers a unique blend of deep experience, extensive technical knowledge, and a "no nonsense" approach to dealmaking, which clients absolutely love. She consistently delivers successful outcomes for her clients, and leads the AG team by her example.'

• 'Phil McGough is a standout operator within the marketplace - his experience of delivering almost 20 years of the highest profile, most technically demanding projects is second-to-none. He has also developed a market-leading expertise in the application of AI to both legal practice and also client business applications. ’

• ‘The TMT practice group at AG provides robust advice on technology contracts. They display knowledge in contractual issues, and also market trends.'

• ‘Paul Bentham is a sound lawyer and is a trusted adviser on complex issues.'

• ‘The AG team is friendly, easy to work with, and incredibly experienced. They are actively involved in all aspects of the technology market, and so know the current negotiating positions of those on the other side, and what is realistically achievable. Technically very strong, committed, and deliver a five-star service.’

• 'Phil McGough is a phenomenal senior technology lawyer who really knows the ins and outs of the most complex contractual arrangements, and vagaries of the current market position. He has that unusual combination of being a top level technical lawyer and a very strong communicator who can explain complexities and nuances in a way which builds client confidence and buy in. A real pleasure to work with.’

• ‘Commercially pragmatic approach, worked seamlessly with in-house team to deliver to tight timescales. Took the time to understand the complex requirements of the client and offer solution-driven inputs to some complex issues.'

• ‘Nadine Waters and Lydia Altoft have subject matter expertise, flexibility, approachability, friendly approach, solutions driven, commercial pragmatism with an in-depth appreciation of complex requirements. Worked seamlessly with in-house project team.’

• 'The team were extremely quick to respond throughout, always taking the time to explain the various issues arising and possible solutions. They were pragmatic in approach, and took the time to understand our concerns and ideal resolution.'

Key clients

• Co-operative Group Limited
• Reckitt Benckiser Group Companies
• Bruntwood Limited Group of Companies
• PZ Cussons Plc
• McDonald's Restaurants Limited
• ASDA Stores Limited
• Matalan Group Companies
• Diageo Group Companies
• United Utilities Group Companies
• National Energy System Operator Limited

Work highlights

Lawyers

Hall of Fame

The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.

Paul Bentham

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Phil McGough

Nadine Waters