Retail
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 2
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(03700) 868300About
Provided by Shoosmiths LLP
The retail experience for customers is being transformed by a convergence of changing technology and demographics, ethics and sustainability.
This evolving landscape can open new opportunities and markets to retailers who are ready to be inspired by change and think differently.
Having worked for decades with some of the biggest and most iconic names in retail – including IKEA, Hamleys and Boots – as well as with some of the sector’s most exciting new entrants and disruptors, the Shoosmiths retail & consumer team has a vast bank of knowhow to inform its advice to clients and make it on-point and relevant.
At the heart of the team’s approach is commerciality - the ability to map between the legal issue at hand, and the ‘real’ competitive market you operate in. This may include a radically changing high street, rising privacy and data issues, increased regulatory compliance, environmental concerns, health & safety risks and consumer-driven litigation.
Chambers Review
Shoosmiths is well regarded for its focus on clients in the fashion and cosmetics industries. It is equipped to handle the full range of retail issues, particularly real estate, corporate and commercial matters. It also has expertise in intellectual property and the technology sector.
Gary Assim is a key contact.
Work Highlights
- Shoosmiths advised Oak Furnitureland on reviewing direct market touchpoints, marketing rules and GDPR principles.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Shoosmiths are particularly client-facing; they get to know the client and offer value-added service."
"Shoosmiths are particularly client-facing; they get to know the client and offer value-added service."