The commercial dispute resolution team at Freeths LLP acts for a wide-ranging client base, including national and international businesses as well as high-net-worth individuals, across a host of sectors. The practice is particularly active in M&A disputes, including breach of warranty and completion account claims, as well as matters involving allegations of fraudulent misrepresentation, deceit and conspiracy. Leadership duties are shared by Richard Coates, who specialises in contractual and corporate disputes, and Louise Wilson , who is noted for her expertise in professional negligence claims. The team is further supported by Josh Middleton, contributing across a range of complex commercial disputes.
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Key clients
- Aldi Stores Limited
- AP Racing Limited
- Eurocell PLC
- Lancaster PLC (owner of Jardine Motors Group)
- Lookers Motor Group Limited
- Michelin Tyre PLC
- Motorpoint Limited
- National Federation of Motor Dealers
- Porcelanosa Group
- Tarmac
- The National Exhibition Centre Limited
- Travis Perkins PLC
- Mercedes-Benz UK
- Solidus UK Solutions Limited
- Shoby Investments
- Sytner Group Limited
- Dick Lovett
Work highlights
Representing the former shareholders in a dispute following the sale of a company, alleging breach of warranty, fraudulent misrepresentation and deceit, with a counterclaim for failing to follow the completion accounts process.
Assisting in a compensation Scheme for the sub-postmasters affected by the Horizon scandal.
Acting on a dispute between Stobart and a technology solutions provider in relation to the provider’s alleged deceit and misrepresentation.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Josh Middleton
Practice head
Richard Coates; Louise Wilson
Other key lawyers
Josh Middleton