Paula Dumbill > Howes Percival LLP > Leicester, England > Lawyer Profile

Recently handling domain name, infringement, and software disputes, Howes Percival LLP is skilled at software development and outsourcing agreements. Splitting his time between Leicester and Northampton, Matthew Talbot is experienced before the European Court of Justice and the UK and European Patent Offices. In Leicester, Hannah Steggles is noted for her strength in drafting software development and license agreements, while Paula Dumbill is a commercial contract specialist. In Northampton, Jenna Bruce assists on the enforcement of rights in software and Chris White is knowledgeable of data protection and hardware procurement. Miles Barnes is often engaged in framework agreements, and Stephen Ruse is informed in software infringements.

Acquisition financing, corporate banking matters, as well as real estate developments are cornerstones of practice at Howes Percival LLP. In Northampton, Matthew Thompson leads on mid-market M&A transactions and is a strong choice for large and SME owner-managed businesses. Paula Dumbill is knowledgeable of commercial trading agreements and is lauded as ‘exceptionally patient and highly organised.’ Haydon Simmonds leads the East Midlands banking and finance team, while Miles Barnes is praised by clients as an ‘excellent, deal-orientated solicitor’, and is knowledgeable of distribution, licensing, and manufacturing. Gerald Couldrake is another key team member and Gareth John joined the practice in May 2024.