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James Roberts

James Roberts

UK 2026

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Freshfields
 Freshfields

Ranked in 1 practice area

Product Liability: Mainly Defendant

UK-wide

6 years ranked

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Practice Areas

James is an experienced litigator in Freshfields’ London dispute resolution team. His practice involves the defence and co-ordination of international litigation involving defendants party to complex mass litigation, typically in the consumer, product liability and environmental damage spheres. James also regularly advises clients on how to appropriately engage with regulators and manage regulatory risk. He is currently acting for various Volkswagen group companies in the Pan-NOx emissions litigation.

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Product Liability: Mainly Defendant - UK-wide

Band 3
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James Roberts offers notable experience in significant group actions involving automotive and consumer products.
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  • James is a phenomenally bright lawyer who has the ability to cut through incredibly complex legal problems and articulate the issues in a clear and simple way. He is an invaluable partner.

    Product Liability: Mainly DefendantChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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London (Firms)

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