Leading Partners

Professional negligence in East Anglia

Mills & Reeve LLP

At Mills & Reeve LLP, the firm's Norwich office is home to a specialist professional negligence practice. The group is led by Neil Davies, a key contact in the department for handling contentious issues in the construction, engineering, insurance and financial services sectors. Davies is also well versed in advising on claims brought against surveyors and solicitors. Peter Lennon, Sophie Briggs and Matthew Wilson are other key practitioners to note.

Responsables de la pratique:

Neil Davies


Autres avocats clés:

Sophie Briggs; Matthew Wilson; Peter Lennon


Les références

‘Mills & Reeve are very well organised, with dedicated and talented lawyers.’

‘Sophie Briggs is fantastic. She is very switched on and responsive.’

‘A very well-run team who are a pleasure to deal with. They combine good humour with great knowledge of the area and a genuine desire to do the best for their clients.’

Principaux clients

Countrywide plc and group of companies


Aviva Life & Pensions UK Limited


CNA Hardy


Pen Underwriting


Connells Limited


Birketts LLP

The litigation department at Birketts LLP leverages the expertise of practice co-heads Andrew Kinnison in Norwich, Daden Hunt in Chelmsford, and Laurence Weeks in Cambridge to advise on negligence claims brought against solicitors, accountants, and financial advisers. Bernadette Baker, who is based in Norwich, brings extensive experience in advising on contentious trusts and probate cases to assist clients with claims involving allegations of negligent advice pertaining to wills and estates. Adam Blenkinsop is another key contact in the Norwich office.

Responsables de la pratique:

Andrew Kinnison; Daden Hunt; Laurence Weeks


Autres avocats clés:

Adam Blenkinsop; Bernadette Baker


Buckles Solicitors LLP

The Peterborough office of Buckles Solicitors LLP houses a strong litigation team, which is well versed in handling professional negligence matters. The group has a solid track record in advising on cases involving solicitors, accountants, surveyors, and architects, with a core focus on claimant work. Practice head Phillippa O’Neill is well known for her expertise in litigation; she is ably supported by James Maxey and Nick Porter. The trio regularly assists clients with claims involving allegations of negligent tax advice and estate planning.

Responsables de la pratique:

Phillippa O’Neill


Autres avocats clés:

James Maxey; Nick Porter