Howes Percival LLP‘s Norwich office litigation group is led by Gordon Simpson, who ’tackles every issue in a very considered and professional manner‘. He has developed a specialism in shareholder disputes, acting for a number of directors and shareholders in unfair prejudice proceedings, though he also has notable expertise in high-value disputes in the energy sector. Associate Sam Leaver, who joined from Spire Solicitors LLP in late 2023, assists with shareholder and contractual disputes, and associated damages claims.
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‘From my experience of dealing with Howes Percival commercial litigation team the main quality that makes this practice unique are the people. Gordon Simpson heads this department and he has helped me tremedously with a litigation case that I was dealing with for 5 years.’
‘Gordon Simpson has always tackled every issue in a very considered and professional manner, even when there were incredibly stressful situations.’
‘Knowledgeable, efficient and personable.’
‘We work with Gordon Simpson, who is clearly very knowledgeable and authoritative - feel very fortunate to have him on our side. Gordon gives you confidence and is straight talking, which is what you need. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him.’
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