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Law firm specialised in Dispute Resolution - CMS in the UK

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Litigation - North West

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
CMS has a robust litigation team in the North of England, with the ability to advise on complex commercial disputes. The firm has expertise in handling contractual claims and fraud litigation, as well as contentious matters concerning shareholder agreements and other company law issues.
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Work Highlights

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  • CMS represented Trend Up, a clothing wholesaler, in a £1.5 million contract termination dispute with Boohoo.

Strengths

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  • Everyone that we interfaced with as part of this process were extremely competent, experienced, and most importantly had the ability to clearly articulate the process and status for us.

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  • CMS provides clear, well-structured legal advice, ensuring a smooth process.

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  • The department shows a focused and exceptional commercial approach to deliver the best thought-through legal claim.

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  • They are straight talking and down to earth yet clearly experienced and knowledgeable. They try to understand the commercial realities of our business but also clearly set out their recommendations.

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  • They are focused on the outcome for the client and able to add strategic input as well as legal analysis.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Geraldine Ryan
    Geraldine Ryan

    Geraldine Ryan

    Geraldine Ryan offers clients deep expertise in complex litigation, particularly contractual and negligence disputes. She also acts on defamation cases and assists with reputation management issues.

    • Geraldine is a truly exceptional individual, with deep and highly experienced knowledge of the law and a sharp commercial brain.

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    • Nothing is too much trouble; she is tenacious and approachable in equal measures.

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    • Geraldine is responsive, pragmatic and highly commercial.

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  • Daniel Keating
    Daniel Keating

    Daniel Keating

    Daniel Keating is recommended for his work on a wide range of high-value commercial disputes, including matters with cross-border elements. He has additional expertise in data security.

    • Daniel is somebody who works incredibly well under pressure. He has an enormous capacity to digest huge amounts of information.

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    • We trust that he will provide solid, actionable advice that not only addresses the legal aspects but also helps us consider different perspectives and approaches.

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  • Kelly Heath
    Kelly Heath

    Kelly Heath

    Kelly Heath acts for businesses, as well as shareholders and directors, in matters concerning contractual, misrepresentation and breach of warranty claims.

    • Kelly is an outstanding high-achieving individual, who leaves no stone unturned in tirelessly driving forward a claim to the best possible advantage.

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    • Kelly is responsive, pragmatic, and highly commercial. She has an innate understanding of what her clients need from her.

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