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Irwin Mitchell

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Irwin Mitchell is a key adviser to entrepreneurs, landed gentry, high-net-worth individuals, senior executives, and vulnerable clients in matrimonial matters. ‘Dependable and straight-talking’ lead partner Carmel Brown works in both Cambridge and London, as does associate Alexandra Schippers. The firm has a large practice that is skilled in mediation, litigation, and financial settlements. ‘Clients get sound, pragmatic and commercial advice’, says one market source.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'Knowledgeable on a range of subjects and advice given from the start to the final outcome was spot on.'

  • ‘Excellent case preparation and understanding of individual client needs. All of the team go above and beyond for clients and counsel alike, which is evidenced in good results and happy clients.’

  • 'Alexandra Schipphers has excellent organisational skills and client handling.'
  • 'Taler Kelly goes above and beyond for clients and counsel. The knowledge and awareness of clients' concerns is second-to-none. Fantastic interpersonal skills and client handling.'
  • ‘Good all rounders with some standout lawyers.’

  • ‘Carmel Brown is dependable and straight-talking.’

  • ‘The team has internal resources that exceed those of any other firm.’

  • ‘Irwin Mitchell is an approachable and practical practice. One of the firms who you are happy to have involved with a case as you know their client is getting sound, pragmatic, and commercial advice.’

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Carmel Brown

Other key lawyers

Alexandra Schippers, Taler Kelly