Blake Morgan LLP takes instructions across a range of disputes, representing both private and public sector bodies in commercial litigation concerning contractual, employment and insolvency matters, in addition to assisting with fraud-related issues. Practice head Chris Potts specialises in litigation centred on alleged breaches of duty and fraud claims, in addition to acting for parties in shareholder disputes. Hannah Clipston joined the team from Irwin Mitchell in November 2024, bringing with her expertise in breach of contract and confidence proceedings, while Thomas Middlehurst specialises in contentious trust and other private wealth disputes. Joe Cowles is also recommended for his wide-ranging litigation practice.
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‘From our experience, its key asset is its people. Those who represented us gave advice with our best interest at heart. All recommendations they gave took into consideration the nature of the situation and our overarching objectives.’
‘Tom Middlehurst is a good practitioner and fights hard for his clients.’
‘I have worked with Thomas Middlehurst. He is a strong opponent to have and always strives for the best for his client.’
‘The team is led by Thomas Middlehurst, who I have always found to be clear and decent.’
‘I have knowledge of working with Thomas Middlehurst. I have always found Tom to be an effective litigator and decent opponent, putting his client's best interest first without a desire to prolong matters unnecessarily.’
‘Clarity of thinking, ability to listen to the facts of the case and offer quick informed advice.’
Key clients
- Miele Company Limited
- Investec Asset Finance
- KPMG
- Huws Gray
- NHS England
- University of Reading
- Grant Thornton
- Hitachi Capital UK plc
- Metro Bank
- Begbies Traynor
- IWG Group Services UK
- Griffins
Work highlights
Acted for Huws Gray in obtaining injunctive relief to enforce restrictive covenants against senior employees.
Acted for Owl Limited and others in connected claims to recover c. £3m from a Caribbean bank related to VAT tax fraud.
Acted for administrators (Griffins) of a company owning several petrol stations; realised assets of c. £3m in contested circumstances and defending injunction application.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Chris Potts
Other key lawyers
Hannah Clipston; Thomas Middlehurst; Joe Cowles