Charles Russell Speechlys LLP is especially adept at handling complex professional negligence claims within the financial services and real estate sectors. The team is co-led by Stephen Burns and Duncan Elson in Guildford. In particular, Elson has extensive experience handling issues of negligence in matters relating to private wealth, including trusts and estates. Joe Edwards focuses on advising clients embroiled in property disputes and routinely handles professional negligence claims within this sector. Edward Birell is also noted for his experience assisting with claims against legal advisers and accountants.
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'The team has been very knowledgeable about the law and other relevant cases. They have also shown real care and skill at taking the time to carefully explain things to people with little legal knowledge, who have had their lives badly affected by professional negligence issues.'
'The team has proved knowledgeable, aggressive when needed, and skilled in case procedures. At the same time, they are caring and principled.’
'From the start, we have been impressed by Joe Edwards and his ability to give top-quality attention. He is able to work fast, and his emails are invariably clear and accurate.'
Key clients
- Premier Ground Rents and Premier Ground Rents No. 7 Limited
- Investors in Parliament Residence Phase 2
Work highlights
Acting for the trustee in matters relating to professional negligence experience and the financial services sector.
Acting for the principal employers of a company concerning their hybrid occupation pension scheme.
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Practice head
Stephen Burns; Duncan Elson
Other key lawyers
Joe Edwards; Edward Birell