The litigation team at Judge & Priestley LLP is recognised for its ability to handle complex and often niche disputes, with notable experience in acting for local authorities and in wider commercial and insolvency litigation. The team is jointly led by Rachel Addai, Uday Patel and Mark Younger. The firm is well-placed to advise on contract enforcement, regulatory issues, and high-stakes claims arising in specialised industry contexts.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team performs seamlessly together in my experience. There has never been a time when a deadline hasn’t been met. Billing practices and the O2C cycle are straightforward, creating less work on our end with supplier reconciliations. The online platform used for real-time case file reviews is user-friendly, well laid out, and fully comprehensive, offering complete transparency.'
- 'Uday Patel is leading an exceptionally well-run team.'
- 'The partners are always available when needed, and there is a clear line of communication between them and their teams. Mark Younger and his department have delivered exceptional service, yielding fantastic results and helping us clear a backlog of over 1,000 cases in the time we've worked together.'
- 'What stands out is the personal touch and the quality of service. The team is always willing to take client instructions and adapt to our strategies, while also offering advice when something isn’t working. This is a dynamic company—changes aimed at improving output and case lifecycles are implemented quickly and effectively when needed.'
- 'The individuals always deliver results, they always communicate with clarity.'
- 'They have deep knowledge of the energy industry. The team consistently offers the best options for resolving cases.'
Key clients
- London Borough of Southwark
- Crown Commercial
- Edge Recovery Limited
Practice head
Rachel Addai; Uday Patel; Mark Younger
Other key lawyers
Leonie-Robyn Murtagh