William Addis, Nicky Androsov, John Bowden, Rosa Brennan, Stephen Chubb, David Greenhalgh, Deepak Gupta, Ben Madden, Michael North and Andrew Wright have all been ranked in the 2012 edition of The Chambers Directory, the UK's leading guide to the legal profession.
This is what Chambers had to say about our lawyers and their teams:
The firm's client base consists of a mix of local SMEs and AIM-listed companies. Highlights last year included representing the AIM-listed Synchronica on its acquisition of Canadian-based and Toronto Stock Exchange-listed iseemedia. Other clients include NetDimension UK, Piaggio and On Assignment. Commentators say that "they deal with emails immediately and provide a value-added dimension to any transaction in which we have been involved."
Key Individuals: Clients describe Andrew Wright as insightful and recommend him for his advice on tax structuring. John Bowden is singled out for his "vast experience in negotiating" and for giving clients "appropriate commercial advice that leads to a cost-effective solution." Ben Madden is appreciated for his commercial advice and extensive network of contacts.
CWJ is commended for its conveyancing work. The team of five handles a range of property matters, including lease negotiations. It maintains specialist expertise in airport hangar and hotel development.
Key Individuals: Stephen Chubb is praised for his attitude of "wanting to get the deal done." He represented Biggin Hill Airport in a lease negotiation for a hangar development. Deepak Gupta has experience of landlord and tenant agreements, particularly GP surgery leases.
This team has developed real niche expertise in the sector, thanks to its focus on representing GPs. The team is also noted for tis competitive fees and the fact that it is developing its resources.
Key Individuals: The "knowledgeable and upfront" Michael North heads the team and is a widely respected figure in the market.
This team advises regional employers and employees on matters such as tribunal claims and TUPE matters. It has a notable practice advising clients in the medical sector, such as Kent Local Medical Committee.
Key Individuals: William Addis heads the team and Rosalie Brennan "secures good results through her preparation."
This Orpington-based practice possesses a broad expertise in commercial dispute resolution including IP, contractual, professional negligence and construction issues. High-profile instructions include acting for Vivienne Westwood on franchising issues and other matters.
Key Individuals: Amanda Mehlin is a key contact.
Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence
The "very good and tactically astute litigator" David Greenhalgh heads the PI department at Clarkson Wright & Jakes. He impresses sources with his varied practice, which recently saw him act for holidaymakers injured on a boat trip in Maldives.
Sources say that this smaller firm punches above its weight in the IP and IT sphere. Its business-oriented, commercially focused advice impresses clients, and the team is known for its ability to build strong relationships with IT clients.
Key Individuals: Nicky Androsov is recommended for "the passion that she shares for her work. She is always looking to do a little bit more for her clients."
