UK Guide 2026 : Yorkshire
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Squire Patton Boggs has a strong litigation team that is capable of assisting with a large number of different disputes. The firm's global presence means the team can provide notable expertise in cross-border work, with the ability to handle contract disputes, shareholder disputes and warranty claims. Its client roster includes companies in the property, logistics, construction and telecoms industries.
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They are an excellent team; very commercial and client-focused. We always receive what we want from them, namely, proper commercial advice based on sound legal and commercial risk analysis.
They are very down to earth, friendly, approachable, knowledgeable and pragmatic. They have assisted us at short notice on matters and show a genuine desire to understand the needs of the business.
Squire Patton Boggs is a well-regarded, good-quality firm.
They have a good depth of experience; all the lawyers are knowledgeable.
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Deborah Polden is the head of the commercial dispute resolution team in Leeds and has extensive experience handling contractual and shareholder disputes. Her focus is on class action, and she leads on international group litigation cases.
Deborah Polden is an excellent group litigator.
Deborah kept us up to date and had a clear grasp of the issues.
She has a really positive and engaged attitude, as well as offering excellent client communication and support.
Jason Blakey assists both claimants and defendants in a variety of commercial disputes, including breach of contract and warranty claims. He represents clients across a spectrum of sectors, including financial services, construction and retail.
He's someone you'd want in your corner. Jason is conscious of commercial aspects and doing the right thing both for his clients and his team.
Jason is very easy to deal with and maintains a very commercial outlook.
Jason Blakey is an outstanding commercial litigation partner.
Matthew Campbell is a senior associate at Squire Patton Boggs in Leeds. He assists clients with shareholder, warranty and professional negligence disputes, with particular expertise in the supermarket sector.
Matthew is a very good lawyer and also very easy to get on with.
Matthew Campbell is a good, strong commercial litigator.
Matthew is always very quick to respond and gives sound advice.
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