Litigation - Midlands
Band 4
What the Team is Known For
mfg Solicitors has a broad regional presence in and around Birmingham. The firm acts for clients in disputes concerning breaches of contract and directors' duties as well as shareholder and partnership disputes. It has additional knowledge of professional negligence and contentious insolvency law, as well as civil fraud claims and asset recovery. The practice is active in sectors such as retail, real estate and transport.
Strengths
The fee earners get to the crux of the arguments quickly and explain the legalities to clients well, and the case goes to counsel in good shape.
The team are really impressive and not frightened by technical detail.
Work Highlights
mfg Solicitors defended Vamed Management Und Service in a dispute with Geoghegan Group regarding the exercise of an alleged right for compulsory share transfer following an alleged breach of contract.
Notable practitioners
Samuel Pedley's litigation practice includes a focus on contractual disputes, debt recovery and shareholder litigation. He is head of litigation at mfg Solicitors and is based in the firm's Kidderminster office.
Samuel Pedley is a really good and smooth operator. His attitude is completely commercial, and that's why clients trust his judgment. He understands this business.
He is an excellent lawyer – commercially aware and provides strong legal advice to his clients. It is a pleasure to work with him.
He is a rising star; energetic and very hard-working.
