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Moore Barlow LLP

Litigation

UK Guide 2026 : The South


Moore Barlow LLP

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About

Provided by Moore Barlow LLP

Moore Barlow have a team of experienced litgation lawyers who will provide you with specialist advice, explain your options and help you to decide how you want to approach the dispute. We focus on resolution, allowing you to avoid going to court where possible, through their mediation or arbitration services. But, where litigation is unavoidable, we will put you in the best position to achieve a successful outcome at court.

You can have complete confidence in the Moore Barlow team to provide you with the highest quality service across several specialist areas, including Business Disputes, Financial Services, Professional Negligance, Asset Recovery and Debt Recovery.

Industries (8)

  • Lenders / Financial Services
  • Schools & Charities
  • International Disputes
  • Sport
  • Hospitality
  • IT & Telecomms
  • Manufacturing
  • Debt Recovery

Chambers Review

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Litigation - The South

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Moore Barlow has a strong presence across the region, with offices in Guildford, Lymington, Southampton and Woking. The firm advises clients on commercial disputes relating to boundary issues, real estate, insolvency and debt recovery, with further strength in shareholder litigation and other contentious corporate matters. Its client roster includes SMEs, owner-managed businesses and entrepreneurs.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • Moore Barlow advised Churchill Contractors on its defence of a GBP1 million claim brought by a lender alleging breach of a facility agreement.

Strengths

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  • The team have excellent technical skills and a very commercial approach.

    Litigation respondentUK
  • The team are always approachable and give us various options with both pros and cons on their advice note.

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  • We receive close, personal attention from a team who are always highly available and responsive.

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  • Moore Barlow consistently demonstrate a strong ability to handle matters with efficiency and precision. Their quick response times and fast turnaround ensure that cases are managed effectively.

    Litigation respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4David G Foster
    Band 4David G Foster

    David G Foster

    David Foster is based in Guildford and is head of dispute resolution and civil litigation at Moore Barlow. He enjoys a strong reputation for advising on debt recovery and insolvency disputes, particularly in the educational and construction sectors.

    • David Foster is a highly experienced litigator with first-rate judgement, whose client care is second to none.

      Litigation respondentUK
  • Up and ComingSusannah Marsh
    Up and ComingSusannah Marsh

    Susannah Marsh

    Susannah Marsh is a litigator with considerable experience in financial services litigation.

    • Susannah Marsh is great to work with – she's always able to deliver great advice.

      Litigation respondentUK
    • She is proactive in recognising potential errors, swiftly mitigating risk and ensuring that any issues are addressed efficiently.

      Litigation respondentUK
    • She is highly professional, knowledgeable and brings a strategic, forward-thinking approach to her work.

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Ranked Individuals at Moore Barlow LLP (3)

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