UK Guide 2026 : The South
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Broadfield UK's (formerly BDB Pitmans) commercial litigation practice ranges from shareholder disputes to financial litigation to complex IT litigation and its client base includes AIM listed companies, with particular specialism in financial product mis-selling. The team also has in-depth experience of litigating for central Government, acting for defendant public bodies that are subject to judicial review. On property litigation, the firm’s work spans a number of sectors and disciplines with a particular strength in the high-end residential property market and in leasehold enfranchisement.
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Broadfield Law has a well-regarded group in Southampton that is noted for its adept handling of commercial disputes. The firm's expertise also includes shareholder litigation, insurance disputes and contentious insolvency. It regularly acts for insurers and property developers, among other corporate clients.
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Broadfield Law represented SAGA in a claim against a water authority relating to water damage in a residential property that was allegedly caused by a burst water main.
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Broadfield strikes an ideal balance between robust legal analysis and practical, solution-driven strategies.
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Claire Collings boasts considerable experience in commercial litigation, including shareholder disputes, breach of contract and property-related claims.
She always goes that extra mile for clients, and delivers desired results in a pragmatic, thoughtful and no-nonsense way.
She is a good all-round performer.
Jacqueline Dickinson is an associate in the Southampton office. She is noted for her litigation expertise, particularly in consumer rights, insolvency and discrimination claims.
She is very sensible, very good at managing client expectations and very good with negotiation.
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