The ‘engaged and proactive’ team at Ramsdens Solicitors LLP is recognised for its ’practical, client-focused approach’, and is skilled at handling complex technical disputes, particularly in the engineering and construction sectors. Nick Armitage leads the ‘well-run and well-coordinated team’, which includes Paul Booth and Emily Walker, who are ’efficient, tenacious, and great to deal with’. Hilary Garnett is also of note, specialising in large-scale commercial litigation linked to property and construction claims.
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Testimonials
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- 'What stood out to me about Ramsdens' litigation team was their practical, client-focused approach. From the moment they took on my case, I felt like I was in capable hands—not just because of their legal expertise, but because of how well they communicated and managed the process. Unlike other firms I’ve dealt with, Ramsdens didn’t treat me like just another case file.'
- 'We very much valued the personal attention of Hilary Garnett Partner, at all necessary times on hand and advising us, often with multiple emails or telephone conversations in one day. Patient, always ready with an explanation if sought.'
Work highlights
Acted in a claim by a facilities services contractor in a claim under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 against an education multi-academy trust in relation to the conduct of a tender under a dynamic purchasing system for planned and preventative maintenance at various schools.
Practice head
Nick Armitage
Other key lawyers
Paul Booth; Emily Walker; Hilary Garnett