Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP‘s dispute resolution team is well known for its sector-specific expertise, in particular regarding the automotive, aerospace and defence, technology, and energy sectors. The practice exhibits strong capabilities in handling high-value commercial and corporate disputes, including court litigation and arbitration matters. Further, the team benefits from the joint leadership of Rich Lloyd and Adam Fisher. Lloyd has particular expertise in managing disputes for clients in the industrial engineering sector, while Fisher’s experience lies in the automotive, aerospace, and defence sectors, with a focus on class actions and group litigation. Key support in this area is provided by Ridah Iqbal.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Great relationship builders, technically excellent lawyers and all-round brilliant people.’

  • ‘Adam Fisher is top of the tree, an exceptional lawyer and really values relationships, we cannot recommend him highly enough.'

  • 'The team offer practical, commercial advice whilst managing client expectations.'
  • 'Adam Fisher is a fantastic partner to work with. He is excellent with clients, always available, and always ready to step in and take responsibility for issues which arise.'
  • 'The team demonstrates exceptional performance in commercial dispute resolution, marked by meticulous attention to detail, a frank and honest approach, and the ability to distill complex issues into their core elements. Combining technical expertise with a deep understanding of client needs, they have excelled in managing a high-stakes dispute.'
  • 'Rich Lloyd has performed an excellent job in managing a lengthy and drawn out process with professional poise and a calm approachable manner.'
  • ‘A seamless team, combining associates from multiple offices alongside the Birmingham team. Very high-quality advice and strategy, far above their local peers.’
  • ‘Adam Fisher typifies the team offer practical, commercial advice whilst managing client expectations.’
  • ‘Eversheds performed both the management of relationships with the individual clients at the micro level and overall strategic management of the litigation at the macro level extremely well, and we achieved an extremely positive result for the clients at trial.’
  • ‘Adam Fisher is a top of the tree, exceptional lawyer and really values relationships so cannot recommend him highly enough. Also, Helen Amison, and Ridah Iqbal are great lawyers too.’

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Adam Fisher

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Ridah Iqbal

Practice head

Adam Fisher; Rich Lloyd

Other key lawyers

Helen Amison; Ridah Iqbal