Weightmans LLP's debt recovery team is recognised for its strategic approach to complex and sensitive matters across public authority, financial services and construction sectors. The group is jointly led by Benjamin Davies, a key client partner known for recoveries matters, alongside insolvency specialists Oliver Nelson and Charles Boyne in Leeds. Shauna-Leigh Thompson has particular strength in regulated debt and high-value Consumer Credit Act disputes.
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Testimonials
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‘The team who deal with our referrals are always very professional when dealing with our customers, prompt action is always taken in line with procedures.'
‘Good working relationships with staff who are always happy to help and answer any questions we may have in a professional and timely manner.’
‘Approachability and desire to please.’
‘Shauna-Leigh Thompson has been my main point of contact. Professional, excellent communication.’
‘Strong people skills and experience from all members of the team at all levels.'
- 'Always a very professional approach to all instructions and they have a very proactive approach to business and their clients whilst maintaining strong compliance.’
Key clients
- Leeds City Council
- Greene King Limited
- NHS Blood and Transplant
- Fenland District Council
- West Lancashire Borough Council
- LGH Hotels Limited
- Alpha Labour & Recruitment Limited
- Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council
- D G & M Heard t/a Heard Properties
- Connells Residential/Sequence (UK) Ltd
- KMR Skip Hire Limited
- Leedale Limited
Work highlights
Provide Leeds City Council with debt recovery services, including the recovery of business rates, council tax, housing benefits, leasehold charges, adult and social care debts as well as various other elements of sundry debt.
Provide Greene King Retailing Limited with an outsourced recoveries solution, mainly for the recovery of unpaid rent and trade account arrears from current and former publicans.
Provide NHS Blood & Transplant with its debt recovery requirements within the UK and worldwide.
Practice head
Benjamin Davies; Oliver Nelson; Charles Boyne; Shauna-Leigh Thompson