Charles Russell Speechlys LLP showcases ‘expert knowledge’ in contentious insurance disputes, as demonstrated by its successful representation of Greggs in a £150m insurance claim triggered by Covid-19, in addition to shareholder litigation, product liability and financial services litigation. Manoj Vaghela leads the Cheltenham-based team and is noted for his expertise in shareholder disputes, with a strong focus on unfair prejudice petitions and derivative actions. Claudine Morgan provides ’excellent advice’ in contractual disputes, shareholder litigation, D&O claims and breach of fiduciary duties. ‘Happy to get stuck into any problem and pull his sleeves up on difficult problems’, Ben Moore acts for individual and corporate clients on a broad range of commercial disputes.
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‘Clients wanting solicitors of exceptional calibre for commercial advice and litigation conveniently on hand should look no further.’
‘Claudine Morgan stands out for her excellent manner with clients, ability to distil complex issues, and makes clients feel at ease. She is well-attuned to the commercial realities and gives excellent advice for this reason.’
‘Manoj Vaghela has an experienced and light hand on the tiller, confident that his team are reliable and focused. The powerhouse of the team is Claudine Morgan, whose energy, efficiency and knowledge are enviable.’
‘The team works together as a cohesive and supportive unit, with incredible client focus and excellent outcomes.’
‘Claudine Morgan is a delight to work with. An excellent, client-focused lawyer who always makes herself available and goes the extra mile.’
‘All-round excellent litigation team with expert knowledge in all key areas.’
‘Claudine Morgan is a great communicator and brilliant with clients. Gets to the heart of the case quickly and gives pin-point advice. Ben Moore is always completely on top of the detail and excellent in every department.’
- ‘Ben Moore is more than happy to get stuck into any problem and pull his sleeves up on difficult problems. Very commercial and clearly thinks though legal issues in a lot of depth.’
Clients clés
- Greggs plc
- Keith Smith
- Lango Real Estate Limited
Points forts
- Acted for Greggs in a claim issued in the High Court. We won a landmark ruling in Greggs’ battle over a £150 million insurance claim triggered by the Covid-19 crisis.
- Obtained an Anti-Suit Injunction for the benefit of our clients, based in Ghana and Mauritius, restraining the Defendant from pursuing its claims against our clients in Ghana in respect of various alleged breaches of a shareholders’ agreement.
- Represented Mr. Smith, a Director of BHS Group Limited in relation to litigation arising from the collapse of the well-known retailer. The Applicants are FRP Advisory LLP (the Joint Liquidators) of BHS Limited and BHS Group Limited.
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Responsable de la pratique
Manoj Vaghela
Autres avocats clés
Claudine Morgan; Ben Moore