Walker Morris LLP is a key player in financial litigation, known for handling complex cases with regulatory and commercial significance. The firm has expanded its focus to cover commercial lending claims, fraud-related disputes, and bridging finance matters. Rob Payne offers strategic guidance on operational risk and reputational concerns, while Richard Sandford is highly regarded for his expertise in secured and unsecured debt recovery. Ashley Neville also contributes to the practice.
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Testimonials
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‘Very approachable and "hands on" advice. Provide excellent summary of cases and well thought through solutions.’
‘Richard Sandford - very responsive, friendly and excellent in-depth knowledge of issues.’
‘Rob Payne - a safe pair of hands for any client; astute and well-versed in the law.’
‘The team really go the extra mile. The quality of the work is not only exceptional but is dealt with in commercially savvy and efficient ways.’
‘Richard Sandford is a stand out individual. His analysis is first rate and he leaves no stone unturned. He does not shy away from difficult legal issues or circumstances and instead rolls his sleeves up and deals with the matter head on. He is incredibly easy to work with and his commercial awareness is striking.’
‘The Banking Litigation team at Walker Morris punch well above their weight given their regional presence and are a trusted partner for us on finance disputes of any size and complexity.’
Key clients
- Atelier Capital Partners Limited
- Charles Street Commercial Investments Limited
- CREO 12 Sarl
- Family Finance Limited
- Foundation Home Loans
- Handelsbanken Plc
- Imagine Mortgages Limited
- Integro Funding Limited
- LendInvest
- Lloyds Banking Group
- Loughborough Building Society
- Mortgage Express & NRAM Limited
Work highlights
Representing Together Commercial Finance Limited as Second Respondent in an appeal to the UK Supreme Court concerning a landlord’s breach of the tenants ‘right of first refusal’ and its impact on pre-existing security granted to the lender and the subsequent grant of additional leasehold interests by the landlord.
Advising CREO 12 S.a.r.l in relation to a £10m claim against a company borrower relating to a former convent/priory and associated development site.
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.
Ashley Neville
Practice head
Rob Payne; Richard Sandford
Other key lawyers
Ashley Neville