Professional negligence

Serle Court

Serle Court has in-depth experience acting in claims against an array of professionals such as auditors, tax advisors, accountants, and lawyers. Daniel Lightman KC is acting for the claimant against his conveyancing solicitors in the case of Mahdavi and UKRD (Pelham Place) Ltd v Sterling Avram LLP and Healys Solicitors, in which the claimant alleged that his solicitors, after being transferred £7m to purchase a house in South Kensington, transferred the funds to another firm of solicitors which, instead of acting for the seller, was infiltrated by fraudsters. Michael Walsh is skilled in navigating professional negligence allegations connected to the real estate sector, while Jennifer Meech has expertise in handling claims arising out of failed investment schemes.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

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‘The clerks are very user-friendly. Nicholas Hockney and Steven Whitaker are extremely professional.’
‘They are a great set with strength and depth in commercial litigation, insolvency, professional negligence, and corporate law.’
‘Serle Court is has become more prominent in the professional negligence field over the last few years.’
‘The clerks at Serle Court are helpful, approachable, and responsive.’
‘They are always accommodating regarding availability and choice of barristers.’

Silks

Leading Silks

KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.

Daniel Lightman KC

Serle Court

‘He is an extremely tenacious and compelling advocate. He is passionate about the law and passionate about his cases.’

Juniors

Leading Juniors

Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.

Michael Walsh

Serle Court

‘Michael is a brilliant advocate. He has a highly effective style and is also extremely commercial. He is a very strategic lawyer and always has bigger picture in mind alongside the legal and technical points.’