Wilkin Chapman Rollits fields a ‘trusted team of litigators’, with vast experience acting on complex commercial disputes, particularly shareholder and partnership disputes, product liability claims, and commercial contract claims. Chris Drinkall heads the team, acting on contentious property and probate matters. Caroline Hardcastle is key to the practice, and is ’astute, technically excellent and able to focus on the key issues for a positive outcome’. Also of note is Ralph Gilbert, with nearly 30 years of relevant experience, and able to cover the full gamut of commercial and property disputes. Emma Farrell and John Ashworth are noted, while George Coyle excels in warranty claims and shareholder disputes. Hannah Loft is well regarded for her property litigation expertise.
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‘A trusted team of litigators that are a match for any Magic Circle firm. The team builds long-lasting relationships with their clients.’
‘Caroline Hardcastle is one of the best litigators I know. Astute, technically excellent and able to focus on the key issues for a positive outcome for the client at all times.'
Key clients
- Hull College Group
Work highlights
Advised on a £3m breach of warranty and share purchase agreement claim.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
George Coyle
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
Chris Drinkall
Other key lawyers
Caroline Hardcastle; Ralph Gilbert; Emma Farell; John Ashworth; George Coyle; Hannah Loft