Litigation
UK Guide 2025 : South West
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Forward-thinking dispute resolution
Our Commercial and Regulatory Disputes team has a wealth of experience in conducting litigation in the High Court, arbitration and through alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods.
Our team frequently advises on financial matters, including corporate breakdown, financial services and the FCA’s regulatory standards, financial crime, insurance coverage and private wealth. Our specialist team offers seamless support, covering everything from crisis management to representing you in front of regulators and authorities through our in-house KC.
Through our collaborative approach to supporting our clients, we draw on the expertise of the wider Firm to cover all angles and help you navigate the practical challenges of your dispute.
International dispute resolution
We routinely represent clients with an international reach. As members of the International Bar Association, we routinely represent clients operating across the globe. With a close network of international law firms to collaborate with, we can support on cross-border and international jurisdiction matters with any degree of complexity.
Our dispute resolutions team is ranked in Chambers and Partners and Legal 500 in relation to commercial litigation, policyholder coverage disputes, fraud and regulatory investigations.
Chambers Review
Michelmores is a prominent firm in the South West with a presence in London to better assist international clients and handle high-value claims. The practice is experienced in handling a range of contractual disputes, including breaches of statutory and fiduciary duties, with further expertise in matters that concern joint ventures and shareholder agreements. The firm's clients include major corporations and financial institutions.
Work Highlights
- Michelmores acted for Intelsat Global in an international contractual dispute, as well as various other claims with the combined value of USD50 million.
Strengths
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"I was very impressed with the level of service and all members of the team were very responsive."
"They fully appreciate their client's business needs and how to meet them. They work extremely hard on this."
"We have found their teams to be able to handle complex and technical matters and they provide pragmatic advice."
"Michelmores demonstrated the ability to draw on specialist advice from different team members whenever required during the process. Such advice was provided in a timely and clear manner."
"I was very impressed with the level of service and all members of the team were very responsive."
"They fully appreciate their client's business needs and how to meet them. They work extremely hard on this."
"We have found their teams to be able to handle complex and technical matters and they provide pragmatic advice."
"Michelmores demonstrated the ability to draw on specialist advice from different team members whenever required during the process. Such advice was provided in a timely and clear manner."
Notable Practitioners
Tim Richards is a highly regarded commercial litigator as well as a trained mediator. He is also the managing partner of Michelmores.
Sara Chisholm-Batten is an experienced litigator who regularly handles international contractual disputes, as well as other complex disputes including shareholder disputes and fraud claims.
"Sara is very hands-on and cares hugely about the success of the matters she works in, meaning she is excellent to work with."
"She is very time efficient and positive, with a very strategic sensibility."
Jonathan Kitchin is an experienced litigation lawyer who handles a range of disputes including both contractual and corporate disputes. He heads the commercial and regulatory disputes team at Michelmores.
"Jonathan leads the team exceptionally well at all stages."
"He provides clear advice with the necessary knowledge, tactical awareness and tenacity."
Alice Daniels acts on a range of cases including trust disputes and fraud matters. She also advises on shareholder disputes.
"Alice is technically very sound and very good strategically."
Emily Aggett is recognised as a star associate for her increasingly active practice and recognition. She advises clients on contractual disputes and also has notable expertise in contentious matters surrounding data protection.
Charlotte Bolton is a senior associate who frequently assists clients on commercial litigation. Her wider practice also involves a significant focus on IP disputes.
"Charlotte is a strong senior associate who is developing as a sound lawyer."
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