Providing clients a ‘personable and proactive’ approach, the commercial and civil litigation team at Phillips Law offers a strong practice in the sport, media, technology, and real estate industries. Heading the team, Max Hope brings notable expertise in shareholder and director disputes, contractual disputes, and insurance disputes. Well-regarded for her diligence and knowledge, Simone Horrobin joined in October 2024 from GBH Law Limited and is a further key contact, particularly concerning commercial and property disputes.
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‘Phillips Law is personable and proactive. The team gives direct sensible advice with a commercial view in mind.’
‘Phillips Law offers strong, city-level advice from a regional firm which is commercially minded. ’
‘The team at Phillips Law is highly efficient and professional.’
‘Max Hope is an excellent litigator who can see through defendants bluster and knows when to push hard and when to take a view.’
‘Simone Horrobin's communication skills, attention to detail, diligence, knowledge and client care have surpassed any of my previous experiences. I am extremely appreciative of her clear thinking, positive energy and drive.’
‘Simone Horrobin communicates well, seeks to understand the issues and advises the clients well.’
Key clients
- Lazer Vision Ltd
- JKO (London) Group Ltd
- Kingscastle Limited
- Topaz UK Properties Limited
- Boldhurst Properties Limited
- Lasercharm Limited
- Cahootz Ltd
- Auream Energy Ltd
Work highlights
Advising an expelled profit share partner of a southeast plumbing business on a £10m breach of an unwritten agreement claim for loss of profits.
Advising an international defence distributor on a dispute relating to significant funds held with a high-profile defence manufacturer.
Advising and representing a Football Association (“FA”) Manager in a Rule K FA Arbitration, in a claim brought against him by a former club.
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Practice head
Max Hope
Other key lawyers
Simone Horrobin