Griffin Law is known for its mediation practice, and its strong focus on alternative dispute resolution. The team is jointly led by Mark Edmonds and Donal Blaney, with Rose Eady having joined the leadership team in October 2024. Edmonds has deep expertise in disputes involving complex contractual frameworks and the application of the Braganza test, and Donal specialises in claims arising from alleged breaches of warranties in share purchase agreements, and directors’ duties disputes. The team acts for a wide range of financial services and private equity clients.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Mark Edmonds stands out as a formidable litigator with an exceptional command of the law and a fearless approach to advocating for his clients. He combines deep technical expertise with a tenacious style, ensuring that his clients’ positions are asserted forcefully and effectively, even in the most contentious disputes.'

  • 'James Day’s work ethic is exceptional. He is known for his attention to detail, his ability to stay ahead of deadlines, and his willingness to put in the hours needed to secure the best result. This combination of technical expertise, client rapport, and practical problem-solving makes James a standout litigator and a trusted advisor.’
  • ‘They are the only practice that I’ve worked with in my 40 years of working with lawyers who actually go beyond expectations. They are streetwise and Lateral ’

  • ‘James Day is excellent and very good to work with. He is very personable.’

  • ‘Working only on dispute resolution and litigation enables a specialised and expert service.’

  • ‘James Day was our primary contact. Clear and transparent over different approaches to recovery of a significant debt, proactive and tenacious with regular updates, a successful outcome was achieved.’

Key clients

  • Emerdata Limited
  • Dynamo Recoveries Limited

Work highlights

Advised Emerdata Limited & Dynamo Recoveries Limited in claim and defence against the former CEO/Director.

Practice head

Mark Edmonds; Donal Blaney; Rose Eady

Other key lawyers

Mark Fleet; James Day; Leonie Savory; Jacob Porter