Howes Percival LLP manages a large caseload, consisting of multijurisdictional claims and high-value commercial disputes. Team head Geraint Davies has represented clients in the High Court and in mediation proceedings, while the experienced Satnam Chayra caters to a range of corporate issues, with shareholder, director, and partnership claims being particular areas of focus. Gary Pitt represents notable clients in the food and beverage industry, acting in complex litigation.

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  • ‘We have engaged with Howes Percival, (HP) on several occasions over a wide breadth of topics. On each occasion, HP has delivered an expert in each field. In addition to the lead solicitor HP continues to engage key members of their team to support our business. As such we have continued to grow our partnership and consider them part of our business.’

  • ‘Gary Pitt was excellent in handling our commercial litigation dispute. Clear, strategic thinking and an excellent grasp of the process to guide us on this difficult matter.’

  • ‘The majority of my dealings have been with Satnam Chayra who is, without doubt, a personable solicitor that inspires confidence in our dealings. Satnam can deliver what is some very convoluted language and complex situations, into an understandable and progressive position.' 

  • ‘Gary Pitt is a well-rounded lawyer, able to give realistic advice in complex cases.’

Key clients

  • Intertek Group
  • Grace Kennedy Group
  • Spar
  • Intertek
  • Grace Foods

Work highlights

  • Advising on a potential claim against a high street retailer in respect of multiple significant breaches of the Groceries Supply Code of Practice.
  • Advising a client in relation to proceedings in the London Court of Arbitration which involves parties from multiple jurisdictions.
  • Appealed a judicial review of a multi-million pound decision of HMRC.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Geraint Davies

Other key lawyers

Satnam Chayra, Gary Pitt