Addleshaw Goddard's retail and consumer practice boasts one of the largest teams in the market, experienced advising major retailers and some of the most recognisable consumer brands. The team is well-versed in general retail advising, global portfolio strategy, supply chain management, ESG strategy, and often works cross-practice with the employment, regulatory, IP, competition, IT and real estate teams. Andrew Rosling, an experienced M&A practitioner that specialises in joint ventures, co-heads the practice alongside Rona Bar-Isaac, a competition lawyer experienced in antitrust litigation, FDI and economic regulation. The team has seen the arrival of three new partners in the past year: David Alfrey (from Clifford Chance LLP), Ben Cooke (from DWF), and Geoff Steward (from Stobbs IP).

Acting for some of the biggest consumer and retail names in the market on big-ticket strategic issues, investigatory work related to brand infringement, and high-profile M&A, CMS has one of the largest retail and consumer practices able to handle such matters. In the past year, the team has especially bolstered its ability in product liability matters, consumer law compliance, and advising large corporations on ESG guidelines and mandates. The practice is led by Tom Scourfield, a trusted advisor in commercial IP, advertising and marketing, and e-commerce and consumer protection; and Katie Nagy de Nagybaczon, a specialist in the fashion sector on growth and exit strategies through private and public M&A, IPOs, fundraisings, joint ventures and reorganisations.

Dentons offers clients a large retail and consumer team with expert knowledge, as one of the market’s largest as a practice. Able to call upon their massive firm network stretching over 80 countries, the team operates cross-practice with their competition, IP, real estate, dispute resolution, corporate and commercial and employment teams to advise some of the largest and most recognisable retail and consumer brands in the country. The practice is well-versed in a range of retail and consumer matters, from general daily advisory work to franchising, supply chain, and being appointed to the legal panels of major retailers. Scott Singer, a TMT practitioner focusing on commercial contracts, IT, and data privacy law, and James Batham, a veteran in real estate litigation and representing global brands, lead the practice. Standout practitioner Anna Copeman heads the firm’s IP practice and adds value to the retail team’s contentious and non-contentious capabilities.

Boasting deep regulatory expertise in the retail and consumer space, RPC offers full service capabilities to clients across the fashion and luxury fashion, food and drink, consumer technology, and retail spaces. Apart from the practice’s strong ties to industry regulators, the team is well-versed in commercial and M&A, IP, competition, tax, and disputes matters for clients in the retail and consumer arena. The practice’s heads include corporate lead and transactional specialist, Karen Hendy, the ‘outstanding’ regulatory, supply chain, and disputes expert Ciara Cullen, and Jeremy Drew, the firm’s commercial group head and IP specialist. Tom Purton, the practice head of commercial contracts, bolsters the team’s commercial offerings. Harpreet Kaur is an ‘associate to watch’ with experience in IP and commercial matters, particularly in the food and drink space.

Baker McKenzie represents multinational and domestic consumer goods and retail companies on a wide range of matters, including advising on day-to-day corporate matters, providing blue chip strategics and financial sponsors with transactional expertise, and representing retailers on the entire spectrum of product, supply chain, trade and sanctions and liability disputes. The team is led by the corporate specialist experienced in cross-border M&A and joint ventures’ practitioner, David Scott, and consumer, commercial, and technology expert Julia Hemmings. Helen Johnson, who boasts longstanding relationships advising large-scale fashion retailers and consumer-focused private equity funds, joined the firm from CMS in September 2025. Helen Brown left the firm in March 2025.

With a team that comprises a cross-section of practitioners capable in corporate, real estate, commercial and IP, disputes, and employment retail, Browne Jacobson LLP has a well-versed retail and consumer practice group. The practice comprises a subgroup focus on a variety of sectors, from fashion and beauty, FMCG to supply chain, leisure, and hospitality and wellness, advising leading and independent luxury brands, online retailers, and consumer goods companies alike. Caroline Green, with over three decades of experience in commercial contracts and strategic real estate matters in retail and supply chain matters, leads the practice alongside Emma Roake, an expert in brands, retailers, agents, and distributors in commercial agreements and disputes.

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner has longstanding relationships with some of the oldest retailers, landlords to retailers, and brands in the UK. Experts in real estate and transactions in the retail space, the team is also experienced in matters ranging from e-commerce issues, associated litigation and product liability claims to class actions, environmental protection claims, and data privacy and security matters. The team’s London-head is Marie Johnson, an expert in corporate finance and M&A, while Merrit Jones is the international co-head based in San Francisco. Other notable London-based practitioners include Carol Osborne, a US and UK qualified lawyer and specialist in cross-border corporate issues, Benjamin Lee, an M&A, private equity, and public markets expert, and Richard Obank, adding force to the team’s restructuring and insolvency offerings.

Representing one of the wider firm’s five priority sectors, Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP's retail and consumer practice stands out for their client list and cross-jurisdictional ability. The team works for large and national retailers in real estate and planning, logistics, and franchising, across employment, tax, and regulatory proceedings, and is involved in consumer protection and brand disputes. Andrew Todd, the Leeds and London-based practitioner specialising in litigation and dispute management and real estate insolvency, and Catherine Detalle, who is based in Paris, are the practice’s international heads.

Consisting of four specialist taskforces– bricks and mortar, leisure, online and supply chain– Gowling WLG has a ‘diligent’ retail and consumer team that draws on the wider firm’s advertising, financial services, and competition teams to aid clients. The team is frequently called upon by some of the largest names in the retail real estate, leisure, supermarkets and consumer goods spaces, to advise over thirty retailers and restaurant operators on occupational requirements, and operate cross-practice with their ESG team. The team is co-led by IP specialist and co-head of brands and designs, John Coldham, and non-contentious IT and data privacy and cybersecurity team head Jocelyn Paulley.

Mishcon de Reya LLP‘s retail and consumer team comprises expert practitioners across their real estate, corporate, competition, employment, brand management, technology and data and commercial teams. The team regularly acts for some of the biggest retailers, luxury brands and real estate owners, particularly in the areas of consumer disputes, commercial agreements and compliance and advisory matters. The ‘excellent’ Sally Britton, an IP practitioner and specialist in brand protection and head of the firm’s brands team, leads the practice alongside Lewis Cohen, an experienced commercial contracts practitioner with a focus on retail, hospitality and the sports sectors.

Advising and working with large corporates, household brands, entrepreneurs and in-house legal teams, the retail and consumer practice at Pinsent Masons LLP has deep sector capabilities, especially in corporate transactions, commercial collaborations and data protection. Their full-service offering allows the team to navigate the regulatory space for the client, assist with IP matters, and optimise strategy, in addition to having a growing ESG offering. Tom Leman, a practitioner with over two decades of experience and a specialist in introducing growing brands to investors, is the international head of the practice in addition to leading the London team.

Taylor Wessing LLP has a reputable retail and consumer practice group that is well-regarded in the retail and luxury fashion space, especially in IP and commercial, data, and the advisory sectors. From e-commerce retailers and online brands to traditional brick and mortar stores, the team counts some of the most recognised consumer labels in the UK and beyond. The practice is led by Jason Rawkins, a specialist in IP, trade marks, and design rights, working for some of the largest brands globally. Alongside him is Ian Moore, a corporate expert in cross-border M&A, private equity and venture capital, and Edward Story, a key advisor to UK and international businesses on investment, M&A, corporate real estate and general corporate matters.

Consumer and retail is one of A&O Shearman‘s core sectors, and the firm’s team has broad experience across consumer goods, apparel and luxury good, and food and clothing retailing. The team works cross-practice with its M&A, private equity, restructuring, corporate advisory, ESG, and IP teams. From being appointed to global panels in the consumer and retail space to being the go-to firm for M&A for some of the world’s largest consumer and fashion brands, the team is well-equipped. The team is led by Anabelle Croker, an M&A specialist who focuses on the consumer and retail sector and in representing large multinational companies in regulatory issues.

The retail and consumer practice group is a core sector for Charles Russell Speechlys LLP. From advertising, marketing and branding, brand protection and enforcement and employment restructurings to occupier services, general commercial and corporate, and litigation, the team is well-equipped to advise large multinational and domestic consumer brands alike. The team is co-led by Jason Saiban, focused on complex commercial contracts in the retail and leisure, TMT, and sport sectors, and Michael Powner, who leads the firm’s relationships with leading food and beverage clients and has deep employment experience.

With a sector focus on luxury international retailers and brands looking to expand into the UK market, Cripps boasts connections with agents, accountants, contractors, architects and landlords to best suit their clients’ needs. The team is experienced with incorporation, taking new premises, relocations, tech and AI needs, commercial and employment contracts, and dispute resolution related to consumer and retail matters. The practice counts large multinational and domestic retail and lifestyle brand and hospitality and leisure companies. The practice is led by Ed Fowler, well-known in the retail and leisure sectors for central London, and in real estate, acting for luxury and international retailers and leisure operators alike.

One of the firm’s dedicated sectors, Fieldfisher's retail and consumer practice advises large multinational consumer groups and fashion brands alike. The team is experienced nationwide and internationally supporting clients in the sector, especially in the advertising and marketing, IP, commercial contracts, data protection, franchising, IT, and commercial property areas. The practice is co-led by commercial lawyer and specialist in IP, franchising, advertising, and marketing law, David Bond, and transactional lawyer and expert in IP for domestic and international markets, Gordon Drakes.

Noted for their IP, ESG, and regulatory offerings, Freeths LLP has a growing retail and consumer practice group that advises international and UK retailer and brands on a range of matters. The team has particularly focused on e-commerce, strategic acquisitions for property portfolios, IP disputes and marketing and brand strategies, and franchising in the last year. The team is led by Philippa Dempster, the London office’s managing partner and experienced practitioner in commercial agreements, franchising, supply chain and logistics, e-commerce and technology.

K&L Gates LLP offers major international retailers and large leading consumer brands in the fashion, cosmetics, home wares, electronics, and beverages sectors a range of specialist retail and consumer advice. The team supports clients on the lifecycle of product matters, from the regulatory and advertising aspects to the structuring, fulfilment and logistics, retail store leasing and IP licensing. Arthur Artinian, the London IP practice head; Gabriela da Costa, a UK and EU specialist competition lawyer; Catherine Adam, an expert in commercial contracts and working with leading consumer brands; and Jennifer Marsh, experienced in commercial and competition matters for retailers, are the key contacts for the team.

Lewis Silkin advises clients on the spectrum of retail and consumer matters, from logistics and supply chain, franchising and licensing, and e-commerce and consumer regulation, to real estate, IP and brand management, employment, and marketing. International and national restaurant and hotel chains and luxury and high street brands count the team as their advisors. Alan Hunt, a specialist in commercial contracts, IP, and technology transactions, and Laura Farnsworth, an employment expert, lead the team.

Acting for some of the largest global consumer brands and UK’s leading FTSE 100 retail clients, Linklaters LLP is adept in brand licensing, disputes, M&A, complex carve-outs, and supply chain and distribution matters. The team is well-regarded in financing and corporate, with notable recent highlights including a multi-billion-pound takeover and opt-out collective action proceeding. The team is led by Michael Honan, an M&A expert in the retailer, e-commerce, luxury goods, supermarkets, and alcoholic beverages sectors, and Michael Fanner, a cross-border M&A specialist for large global companies.

The ‘skilled and approachable’ retail and consumer team at Shoosmiths LLP represents large multinational consumer brands, advising on some of the most significant transactions in the UK. The practice operates across the fashion and cosmetics, grocery, furniture and home, leisure and hospitality, online and digital, healthcare and fitness, technology and consumer electronics, and automotive sectors. The team is led by Hamish Corner, an expert privacy and data practitioner experienced in advertising, digital marketing, franchising, and consumer rights, and the ‘outstanding’ Gary Assim, who specialises in the clothing and footwear and automotive industries.

From Big 4 grocers to global fashion retailers, TLT's retail and consumer team is well-placed to advise clients on a range of matters, including brand management and protection, capital markets, M&A and joint ventures, competition enquiries, concessions and franchising, data protection, dispute resolution, employment issues, and more. The team draws on its regional abilities in Bristol, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Belfast to support clients. The Bristol-based Perran Jervis, the grocery and GM sector head and a specialist in commercial contracts, leads the practice.

Burges Salmon LLP has an established retail and consumer sector focus, utilising the expertise of the firm’s full service offerings across its corporate and commercial, real estate, employment, IP, technology, and regulatory practice groups. The firm works with some of the biggest retail and consumer brands and manufacturers and suppliers in the country, supporting them on a range of issues, from contentious and reputational matters to sector expertise with groceries, food, and drinks multinationals. Matt Sims, a specialist in UK real estate investment, development, and portfolio management and acting for retail, hospitality and logistics clients, leads the team.

Bringing together practitioners from a range of practice areas, Clyde & Co‘s retail and consumer practice group is experienced in real estate, employment, IP, regulatory, e-commerce, supply chain management, consumer protection, and dispute resolution. Co-leading the team are Anabelle Redman, an expert with national and international retailers, and Laura Oliver, a specialist in retail real estate assets with longstanding client relationships with large UK brands. Joni Traynor is an experienced associate with a specialism in retail property work, bolstering the team’s wider acquisition and portfolio management offerings.

Fox Williams LLP's retail and consumer practice is split between fashion law and the travel group, allowing the team to aptly assist an array of clientele, from international fashion brands to holiday booking services. The team has experience in distribution, supply, and service agreements, IP and copyright claims, and associated litigation. Stephen Sidkin, a specialist practitioner in supply chain agreements in fashion, tech, and life sciences, and Rhys Griffiths, a compliance and regulatory expert in travel services, lead the practice.

Utilising the firm’s wider media, dispute resolution, and IP specialities, Harbottle & Lewis LLP offers clients a multidisciplinary retail and consumer team. The team is experienced in a variety of retail and consumer sectors, boasting niche experience in ethical-fashions, social media, and crypto-assets. Leading the team is Sandi Simons, a dispute resolution specialist and expert in Commercial Agents Regulations, and Melanie Benson, a trusted adviser for leading luxury brands, designers, retailers and model agencies.

Howard Kennedy LLP works with a number of high-profile, international clients in the retail sector, covering employment, immigration, property, IP, commercial contracts, trademarks, advertising and marketing, disputes, defamation and restructuring. The team is a member of the British Retail Consortium and works alongside British Fashion Council board members in support of emerging brands and to track related legislation and regulatory matters. The practice is particularly expanding in the luxury goods sector. Lydia Christie, a specialist in high-end brands and international retailers in employment law, leads the practice.

Keystone Law has a dedicated practice that specialises in a variety of retail and consumer matters, including property, commercial, employment, and intellectual property issues. The team is versed in advising on commercial contracts, distribution and supply agreements, franchising, health and safety issues, tax queries, licensing, planning proceedings, the online retail space, and in-store concessions. Sarah Taylor advises some of the biggest retail and food industry businesses in the UK. The team has bolstered its size with the hirings of Antonia Shield (from BPE Solicitors LLP), Elaine Nolan (from Kirkland & Ellis International LLP), and Gabe Harley (from Kirkland & Ellis International LLP).