Shakespeare Martineau LLP’s debt and asset recovery team offers advice to a wide range of high-profile clients within the energy, government and financial sectors. Jayne Gardner leads the team in Stratford-upon-Avon and assists clients with the full spectrum of issues concerning credit management policies and debt recovery. In Birmingham, co-head Eddie Flanagan is well-versed in financial services litigation, asset finance and assets and financial redress recoveries. Alan Hamblett specialises in contentious claims, while Grace Strawford is known for her expertise in consumer credit issues. Kaila Ali, Katrina Gibson and Harpreet Sandu are also names to note.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team has a great focus on their people ensuring client experiences and journeys are met equally they focus on their people. Their investment across technology platforms in line with the sector requirements are fit for purpose and they regularly display high standards of collaboration both internally and externally. ’
  • ‘Eddie Flanagan consistently goes over and beyond when it comes to professional advice, collaborative working and is consistent in his delivery of his professional services. In comparison to many solicitors across the city, Eddie stands out a mile'

  • ‘Alan Hamblett is very experienced and is able to explain legal terms well.’

  • ‘Alan Hamblett and Ryan McNally make a good team. They work well with each other, so if one is not around the other will be able to help with our cases. ’

  • ‘The team is an outstanding group to work with. They are very engaged with us as a client and provide important updates frequently.’

  • ‘Grace Strawford and Giles Parry are very friendly and outgoing. Always willing to answer questions and provide recommendations in an easy-to-understand manner. Grace takes time to provide important details and is an excellent communicator, she is also very personable. ’

Key clients

  • National Grid
  • Marston Group
  • Hook Norton Brewery
  • Hinckley & Rugby Building Society
  • Europcar
  • University of Warwick
  • Bournemouth University
  • UPS
  • UPS SCS
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants for England and Wales
  • McIntyre Hudson

Lawyers

Leading partners

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

Leading associates

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

Grace Strawford

Practice head

Jayne Gardner; Eddie Flanagan

Other key lawyers

Alan Hamblett; Grace Strawford; Kaila Ali; Katrina Gibson; Harpreet Sandu; Ryan McNally; Grace Strawford; Giles Perry