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Winston Taylor LLP

Professional Discipline

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Winston Taylor LLP

Rankings

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Professional Discipline - UK-wide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Winston Taylor possesses particular strength in the field of financial sector regulation, advising on high-profile regulatory proceedings against accountants. The firm frequently acts for major professional service firms in relation to FRC investigations. The team is experienced in managing the interaction between large and complex civil claims, disciplinary processes and regulatory inquiries.

Work Highlights

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  • Winston Taylor continued to act for Grant Thornton in respect of proceedings by the liquidators of Patisserie Holdings (in liquidation) and its group companies arising from Grant Thornton's role as statutory auditor.

Strengths

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  • The team at Taylor Wessing are very impressive and provide a great service.

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  • The lawyers at Taylor Wessing work alongside you to offer exceptional solution-oriented legal advice. They are considered, measured and always of a high quality.

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  • The firm has deep experience of dealing with regulatory investigations, and the team members are well qualified and knowledgeable.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Andrew Howell
    Band 2Andrew Howell

    Andrew Howell

    Andrew Howell heads the firm's disputes and investigations team. He regularly handles FRC investigations on behalf of major accountancy firms.
    • Andrew Howell is absolutely excellent on audit-related regulatory matters.

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    • Andrew Howell is exceptional on all fronts.

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  • Band 5Julian Randall
    Band 5Julian Randall

    Julian Randall

    Julian Randall is particularly skilled at providing advice to accountancy firms and individual partners facing FRC and FCA investigations. He regularly advises on proceedings involving allegations of negligence relating to audits.
    • Julian Randall is highly experienced in dealing with regulatory investigations and extremely knowledgeable about the legal and commercial aspects.

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  • Up and ComingStuart Broom
    Up and ComingStuart Broom

    Stuart Broom

    Stuart Broom specialises in professional negligence claims and investigations within the accountancy sector. He often represents individuals from large professional service firms.

    • Stuart Broom has a real depth of knowledge in the area. He's highly supportive and advises appropriately. He understands the risk to us and is commercial and pragmatic.

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    • Stuart is technically strong and responsive as well as being empathetic, which has been really appreciated.

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