Ashfords LLP has a stellar dispute resolution group in the commercial space, working across a wide variety of sectors, with particular expertise in corporate litigation, business protection, commercial contracts, restrictive covenants, and reputation management. The team is also notable for its experience handling judicial review and procurement challenges, as well as utility and energy disputes. Practice head Andrew Perkins is a prominent lawyer in shareholder litigation, and Anusheh Burcher is a standout practitioner for both public sector and energy and resources litigation. Representing start-ups, private companies, multinational corporates, and public bodies, commercial litigator Liam Tolen is experienced in a broad range of sectors.
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Work highlights
Advised an Energy from Waste joint venture company in relation to a multi-million pound PPA dispute with Smartest Energy.
Advised a national security firm in relation to a dispute with a national retailer regarding the ability to terminate the service agreement.
Represented the British Board of Agrement in relation to claims intimated against them arising out of the Grenfell Tower Fire and the subsequent Public Inquiry.
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Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Andrew Perkins
Other key lawyers
Anusheh Burcher; Liam Tolen