Baker McKenzie LLP‘s London commercial team is recognised for its work on complex, high-value outsourcing, procurement, and strategic service agreements, often with an international dimension. The team regularly advises on the commercialisation of new products and services, as well as structuring, drafting, and negotiating a wide range of supply, distribution, and services contracts. Julia Hemmings’ practice focuses on consumer transactions, particularly in the retail fashion sector and on the technology side of fast-moving consumer goods work. Sue McLean advises clients on a range of commercial agreements, including business process outsourcing agreements, distribution agreements, services agreements, collaborations and transitional services agreements, and ancillary strategic commercial agreements to corporate transactions. Hemmings and McLean jointly lead the team following the departure of Helen Brown in early 2025. Lucy Hart and Dan Relton are also key figures in the practice.
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- 'Knowledgeable, solution-oriented, available.'
- 'Dan Relton provided high-quality drafting work.'
- They are really patient, make sure they understand what I want to achieve and what my priorities are. They can really listen and manage my expectations.'
- 'Harry Kirkwood is fully dedicated to his clients and is always dependable to be across every detail. He always goes the extra mile to deliver client needs without concerns. He is a pleasure to work with.'
Key clients
- Alfa Laval
- Carlsberg
- Hitachi
- Walgreens Boots Alliance
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Julia Hemmings; Sue McLean
Other key lawyers
Lucy Hart; Dan Relton; Maulik Mittal; Harry Kirkwood