Shakespeare Martineau LLP has vast expertise in handling lease agreements and leasebacks for universities and student accommodation, along with extensive knowledge in complex breaches of collective bargaining processes. The team’s wide-ranging capabilities extend from sexual misconduct claims to merger issues, with a substantial focus on obtaining emergency possession orders. The Birmingham-based outfit is headed by Smita Jamdar, highlighted for her regulatory and governance work, while David Browne is noted for his experience in major restructurings and discrimination disputes. Tom Long predominantly focuses on whistleblowing and employment tribunal litigation. Clive Read is recommended for his real estate education work, and Mark Taylor is recommended for education collaborations.
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Practice head

Smita Jamdar

Other key lawyers

David Browne; Tom Long; Clive Read; Ruth Phillips; Catherine Rustomji; Andrew Adams; Mark Taylor; Selina Hinchliffe; Joanna Forbes; Anieka Sheppard; Esther Maxwell; Emma Noble