Addleshaw Goddard’s team is recognised for its expertise in handling professional negligence claims across various sectors, including the banking, construction, and commercial litigation spaces. The team is led by Bill Gilliam, who focuses on disputes for commercial clients, and Ben Lowans, who specialises in financial disputes and complex claims for lenders. Joe Wilkinson has significant experience in construction-related disputes, particularly around design and defect liability. Ally MacKenzie focuses on construction and engineering disputes, especially in the energy and utilities sectors, while Louise Dobson handles a range of commercial disputes, including professional negligence claims and complex contractual matters. Sandip Singh also contributes to the practice.
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Testimonials
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‘The team/matters are well resourced without being excessively so. Fee earners are intelligent and proactive, thinking things through strategically.’
‘Louise Dobson brings a heavy-weight, no-nonsense approach while still being approachable.’
Key clients
- Aldermore Bank Plc
- Close Brothers Group PLC including Close Asset Finance, Close Leasing and Close Invoice Finance
- Virgin Money Group
- NatWest Group
- Santander UK Plc including Santander Asset Finance
- Skipton Building Society
- Yorkshire Building Society
- BNP Paribas Group
Work highlights
Advising clients on professional negligence claims arising out of the sale and purchase of companies, including recently in relation to the mistaken release of security over multi-£m loan notes arising out of sale process.
Advising a lender on the successful defence of a £40m+ multi-party claim arising from a corporate restructure with allegations of professional negligence and fraud.
Advising a lender on the failure of an ESG site and claims of underlying fraud and negligence.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Bill Gilliam; Ben Lowans
Other key lawyers
Joe Wilkinson; Ally MacKenzie; Louise Dobson; Sandip Singh