Ms Sarah Ward > Walker Morris LLP > Leeds, England > Lawyer Profile

Walker Morris LLP‘s competition team is led by Sarah Ward , who clients describe as a ‘fantastic lawyer, with a calm and efficient approach to handling complex cases’. Ward leads a team that wins plaudits for its ability to handle mandates including competition law investigations, competition litigation and cross-border corporate transactions. Gwendoline Davies‘ broad portfolio of work includes advising on cartels and anti-competitive behaviour. Commercial disputes lawyer Nick Lees frequently leverages his contentious expertise to assist with issues such as competition damages cases. Managing data-driven disclosure exercises is a proven practice strength of Jack Gale. Lynsey Oakdene further extends the competition dispute resolution expertise at the firm.

Jointly led by Ben Sheppard, recognised for his expertise in local authority waste and energy projects, and Chris Woodthorpe, a specialist in PPP, regeneration, and development transactions, Walker Morris LLP‘s Leeds-based team is instructed by a diverse client base including local authorities, central government departments and registered providers. The practice also benefits from the expertise of Sarah Ward, who frequently advises on state aid and subsidy control issues; Martin McKeague, a key contact for property disputes; and Carly Thorpe, who is well versed in contentious and transactional construction matters.