Litigation
UK Guide 2025 : North West
Band 3
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Fieldfisher houses a respected practice experienced in a variety of disputes such as breach of contract, alleged fraud and professional negligence claims. The firm's clients include financial sector entities and private individuals.
Work Highlights
- Fieldfisher acted for Aalto Capital in High Court proceedings regarding the recovery of USD4.55 million in fees following the complete acquisition of KaVo by Planmeca Oy.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Fieldfisher are on the ball, extremely responsive and also understanding in emotive scenarios."
"Fieldfisher are knowledgeable in their areas of expertise and cases are thoroughly prepared. They act in the best interest of the client."
"The Fieldfisher team is diligent, committed, responsive and highly supportive."
"Fieldfisher have been supporting us on a difficult issue and I have been impressed by their attention to detail and ability to work through the different nuances."
"Fieldfisher are on the ball, extremely responsive and also understanding in emotive scenarios."
"Fieldfisher are knowledgeable in their areas of expertise and cases are thoroughly prepared. They act in the best interest of the client."
"The Fieldfisher team is diligent, committed, responsive and highly supportive."
"Fieldfisher have been supporting us on a difficult issue and I have been impressed by their attention to detail and ability to work through the different nuances."
Notable Practitioners
Ian Austin is managing partner of Fieldfisher's Manchester office. He advises large corporates as well as entrepreneurs and individuals on commercial disputes, often involving contracts, shareholder issues or unfair prejudice claims.
"Ian Austin always maintained a closeness and thorough involvement in the case. He is an excellent team leader."
"Ian Austin is experienced and commercial. He is a safe pair of hands to have on your side. He is never fazed and his judgement is really good."
James Lappin regularly advises corporate clients and private individuals on a range of contentious mandates, including debt recovery actions and contractual disputes.
"James Lappin is very able and personable. He is a good team player and a really safe pair of hands"
Daniel Sheehan's corporate litigation work spans a range of sectors including retail, telecoms, finance and utilities. His clients include high net worth individuals, shareholders and corporates.
"Daniel Sheehan is astute and prompt. He understands his area very well."
"Daniel Sheehan is incredibly hard-working and all across the detail."
Ranked Lawyers at
Fieldfisher
North West