Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP is recognised for its expertise in both claimant and defendant professional negligence work, particularly in high-value disputes involving financial institutions. The team acts for banks, building societies, lenders and asset managers on claims arising from commercial lending, fraud and portfolio-management issues. Gareth Vowles leads the litigation and arbitration team and is well known for his financial services disputes practice. Wayne Davies specialises in complex professional negligence claims, while James Coleman has experience acting for financial institutions on negligence matters, including mortgage fraud claims.
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- From the outset, the team clearly explained the process involved in pursuing the claim, including the key stages, associated risks, and anticipated costs. Throughout the matter, there has been a consistently high level of engagement and communication, ensuring that we are kept fully informed at each stage. The team’s approach has provided clarity and reassurance, and we are confident that the matter is being handled with care, expertise, and professionalism.
- We were reassured by the experience and expertise of the team we worked with at Eversheds Sutherland. The team was knowledgeable and not overly risk-averse. We simply wanted good, transparent advice in which we could have confidence, from a firm we felt was doing all it could to secure us a good outcome. We felt we secured this through the team at Eversheds Sutherland.
Key clients
- Santander UK Plc
- Financial Services Compensation Scheme Limited
Work highlights
Instructed by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme to pursue a contractual claim in the Turkish Commercial Courts.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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.
James Coleman
Practice head
Gareth Vowles
Other key lawyers
Helen Rowland; James Coleman; Wayne Davies