Osborne Clarke LLP is adept at taking on both domestic and cross-border disputes, including broad commercial litigation, fraud matters and litigation revolving around tech sector clients. Jane Park-Weir took over leadership of the group following Peter Sheppard‘s January 2025 retirement, and continues to focus on representing life sciences and telecoms clients in commercial disputes and investigations. Dawn Troman acts for tech sector clients in licensing and outsourcing litigation, with Chris Parsons acting on matters pertaining to civil fraud, insolvency and where allegations of breaches of directors’ duties have arisen.
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Testimonials
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‘Greatly experienced team, with extraordinary knowledge of English law, but also on the international aspects of disputes. Innovative approach in a multi-jurisdictional case, involving collaboration with firms.’
‘Jane Park-Weir is very experienced, reactive and approachable, with an extraordinary view to anticipate concerns and proactively propose solutions. Chris Parsons is extremely structured and always keeping the case details and timelines under control.’
‘Strong legal and commercial skills outside London. A class operation with great service.’
'Very high-quality team for handling incident fallout and complex litigation.'
'Dawn Troman is very smart, reliable and efficient.'
'I have worked many times with Jane Park-Weir, who is a superb corporate litigator. She gives very firm and clear advice, while retaining the confidence of clients. She is also tremendous fun to work with.'
'Jane Park-Weir is very experienced and has a fine instinct for effective decision-making. There is effective delegation to associates and a strong team ethic.'
Key clients
- Vodafone Group
- Medivet Group Limited
- Starbucks
- Police Federation of England & Wales
- Lonza Group AG
- Berry Bros & Rudd
- De La Rue International Limited
Work highlights
Acting for Lonza Group AG in respect of a c. €55 million claim brought by a Tunisian pharmaceuticals company relating to the supply of allegedly defective capsule-filling and sealing machines.
Acted for a high net worth individual and various related entities in relation to a derivative claim, which comprises allegations of breach of trust, breach of fiduciary duty, dishonest assistance and knowing receipt arising from the operation of a family Jersey trust.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Chris Parsons
Practice head
Jane Park-Weir
Other key lawyers
Dawn Troman; Chris Parsons