Praised for their ‘client focused’ approach, BDB Pitmans maintains a broad disputes practice, encompassing a diverse array of IT, partnership, insurance, and product liability related mandates. Phil Smith spearheads the group and is noted for his particular capabilities in the field of TMT, while ‘highly experienced’ Tim Clark  enjoys a strong reputation in relation to his handling of complex contractual disputes, notably within the IT sector. Another key figure in the practice is Sophie Squire, who is well-versed across a varied spectrum of commercial cases. David Gwillim has moved to Keystone Law.

Trusted by international and national corporations, owner-managed businesses, and financial institutions, Blake Morgan LLP pairs its wide-ranging experience with technical know-how to assist with multi-faceted contractual, insolvency, employment and asset finance disputes, among others. The practice is led by Chris Potts, who is well-versed across litigation, arbitration and mediation, while commercial lawyer Nicola Diggle‘s wide-ranging expertise includes software, shareholder and commercial contract disputes. Thomas Middlehurst leads the contentious trusts and estates team, contributing his knowledge across all facets of private wealth and succession disputes.

Noted for its ‘strong business-minded approach’, Clarkslegal LLP operates for a stellar client roster, within the automotive sector in particular. Disputes covered by the group include matters relating to international trade, public procurement, and outsourcing issues. Practice head and ‘tactical heavyweight’ Antony Morris‘ arsenal of skills extends from corporate and commercial disputes to IT and telecoms claims. Christopher Tayton leverages his disputes experience to handle commercial injunctions and fraud claims. Other key names to note in the practice includes ‘formidable’ construction expert Stephen James and ‘intellectually excellent’ Emma Butcher, who demonstrates particular proficiencies in relation to public procurement and product liability matters.

A strong choice for clients based in the technology and life sciences sectors, Osborne Clarke LLP advises clients on the full gamut of commercial and corporate disputes with demonstrable capabilities across warranty and misrepresentation claims alongside director and shareholder disputes, to name a few. Steering the practice is Peter Sheppard, who deploys his wide-ranging sector experience to aid multinational and domestic companies, while ‘shining star’ Jane Park-Weir bolsters the practice with her expertise across commercial and corporate disputes and investigations. Tech disputes expert Dawn Troman also demonstrates strengths in complex corporate disputes and life science matters, while Scott Butler is active before the High Court. Chris Parsons is also recommended.

A team that consists of ‘experienced litigators who go the extra mile for their clients’, Boyes Turner harnesses its cross-border expertise to assist global clients with an extensive range of disputes arising from IT, construction, contentious probate, and property sectors. Rowan Turrall helms the team and is particularly noted for her strengths in technology related disputes and construction disputes. Other key names to note include Ally Tow, who leverages her vast litigation experience to assist with contentious trusts and probate work, and Rachel Brown, who specialises in cross-border litigation.

With expertise in cross-border disputes and recommended for its ‘good communication’, Field Seymour Parkes LLP is well positioned to advise sizeable corporate clients, construction companies and international airlines on a varied array of contractual, financial and product disputes. ‘Imaginative’ Tom Maple steers the department, enjoying a strong reputation in the automotive industry, while vastly experienced and ‘incredibly smart, practical and effective’ litigator Bill Dixon is active across a range of commercial disputes.

Operating for a varied roster of landed estates, educational and charitable institutions and prominent individuals, Freeths LLP is active across a diverse spectrum of contractual disputes, fraud claims, and IP and IT disputes. Clients have noted that ‘their ability to listen to, and simplify, complex commercial issues has proved invaluable in progressing matters to a reasonable conclusion’. ‘Great strategist and tactician’ Caroline Watson heads up the group, with experience advising on complex disputes in the technology sector. Another key figure in the practice is Will Richmond-Coggan, who is well-versed in data protection and AI related issues. Managing associate Paul Brown is also recommended.

Noted for its arsenal of skills that encompass corporate and commercial disputes, civil fraud and international arbitration, Gardner Leader LLP is described by clients as ‘responsive, personable and able to work across a spectrum of litigation matters’ as well as being praised for its ‘pragmatic, concise and timely manner’. Leading the team is Chris Felton, who harnesses his multi-jurisdictional expertise to assist clients across commercial, technology and construction sectors. ‘Unflappable’ Michelle Di Gioia is another key name to note in the practice.

Regarded as ‘very committed to their work, efficient, highly communicative and responsive’, Shoosmiths LLP represents a myriad of clients across commercial, corporate, public procurement and health related disputes. ‘Excellent’ and ‘strategic’ Fleur Turrington spearheads the team with her particular strengths in contentious public procurement mandates, while key contact Aimee Cook holds considerable experience in acting on high-value disputes.

Lauded for its ability to ‘look at what the overall commercial objectives are’ and its provision of a ‘big firm service with small firm ethos’, White & Black Limited has recently advised a litany of clients on shareholder disputes, joint venture disputes and IP litigation. Victoria Wright fields a strong practice across the fields of IP and contractual claims, while Roxanne Selby routinely advises on high-profile contractual disputes arising from a diverse range of public and private mandates.

Blandy & Blandy LLP‘s disputes practice ‘robustly and tenaciously’ represents a broad roster of clients in an array of corporate and contract-based commercial disputes alongside several judicial review mandates. David Murray steers the practice and is supported by Debbie Brett.

Stephen Puri and ‘driving force’ James Dyche lead the ‘impressive’ disputes team at Aston Bond. Co-founder Puri contributes his wide-ranging commercial expertise to the practice. Dyche is well-versed across commercial, construction and insolvency related disputes.

Regarded as providing a ‘very personal service’, Howes Percival LLP is regularly entrusted by a wealth of entertainment, media and publishing clients. The practice is led by James Howarth, who has considerable experience in the field of media disputes. Steven Maier contributes his varied expertise encompasses commercial, financial and IP disputes, among others, while Cathleen Blackburn is recommended for her ‘thorough, efficient and helpful’ nature.

With a client roster which includes both high net worth individuals and multinational corporations, SE-Solicitors maintains a broad offering which covers commercial, property, insolvency and construction disputes, among other matters. Chris Ozimic, who leads the practice, joined from Hedges Law in January 2024 and brings with him particular expertise in commercial and residential property disputes. ‘Strategic thinker’ Anis Waiz is also recommended.