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1 Crown Office Row

Commercial Dispute Resolution

UK Bar Guide 2026 : South Eastern (Bar)

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1 Crown Office Row

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Commercial Dispute Resolution - South Eastern (Bar)

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

1 Crown Office Row in Brighton is well respected for the quality and range of its commercial barristers. The set's work covers a wide range of commercial matters, including contractual disputes and cases involving insolvency, shareholder or director disputes and professional negligence. Members recently acted in Interaction Recruitment Limited v Vortex Recruitment, a case regarding the misuse of confidential information. A commenter notes that the set "deals with a range of complex and sophisticated matters" and that they "have no hesitation recommending them."

David Bingham is the practice director.

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Strengths

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  • An excellent team of clerks supporting a fantastic crop of barristers.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Paul Ashwell
    Paul Ashwell

    Paul Ashwell

    Paul Ashwell is a leading commercial barrister whose expertise encompasses insolvency, disputes between company directors and contracts. He is also regularly instructed in chancery cases, including those concerning trusts and probate. He is noted for his experience in property law.

    • Paul is very experienced and his advice is always very detailed and thorough.

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  • Stuart Wright
    Stuart Wright

    Stuart Wright

    Stuart Wright is extensively experienced in personal injury, property and general common law, with a particular focus on matters concerning professional negligence. He also frequently acts for clients in contractual disputes.

    • Stuart is personable and is able to provide advice on complex matters with clarity.

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  • Matthew Withers
    Matthew Withers

    Matthew Withers

    Matthew Withers is a talented junior who is highly regarded by instructing solicitors. He offers a broad range of expertise across commercial disputes.

    • He is an excellent advocate, always thoroughly well organised and is very popular with clients for his calm, friendly and approachable manner and excellent advice.

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South Eastern (Bar)

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