Praised for its ‘ability to think both commercially and strategically’, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP handles contested and complex debt matters surrounding real estate. The team is led by Jamie Cartwright, who draws on his litigation and mediation experience to maintain a strong track record in handling tech, supply chain, retail, automotive, and product liability disputes. Seasoned commercial litigator Katie Bewick advises clients on corporate and commercial disputes, as well as supply chain issues, while Charlotte Healy is involved in complex debt issues with international elements and has particular expertise in the retail, healthcare, food and beverage sectors. Rory Partridge handles a range of debt issues and pure debt claims, with a specialism in supply chain litigation.
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‘The team is outstanding, they handle matters with efficiency and without fear. They look to create a personal relationship with their clients and will always strive to achieve the best outcome.’
‘The individuals stand out as they seek to tailor the work to match the clients availability and needs. They do not stop their involvement until they are certain all aspects desired have been reached and confirmed.'
‘Their technical excellence is matched by their ability to think both commercially and strategically at the same time.’
Key clients
- Achieve Together Ltd
- Maskells Estate Agents
- Reynolds Catering
Work highlights
Represented Reynolds on several supply disputes including defending Commercial Court proceedings brought by Nationwide Produce Plc for the alleged non-payment of invoices for a range of fruit and vegetable products.
Represented Mr Choksi, a Dubai-based businessman, in a Business & Property Court claim against an SRA-regulated sports law firm for the non-return of escrow monies in the value of £1.5m plus interest, damages and other relief.
Acted for Achieve Together, one of the UK’s leading care providers, in successfully recovering supply-related debt in a number of disputes as well as challenging disputed debt claims and related-judgments.
Practice head
Jamie Cartwright
Other key lawyers
Katie Bewick; Charlotte Healy; Rory Partridge