Gowling WLG

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• 'The team combines legal rigour, collegiate spirit, and real concern for clients.'
• 'James Sidwell is a powerful combination: he has great legal knowledge, excellent judgment, and strong analytical skills, but he is also a gifted leader and communicator: he takes time to understand his clients, but also (and this is rare) to look after his team. He invests in his associates, and as a result gets the best out of them. He is thus a natural leader - exactly the person you want in command of complex litigation.'
• 'Verity Barker is a crucial member of James's team. She has complete command of the detail, is extremely disciplined, cool under pressure, determined, and exceptionally thorough. She is also unfailing charming and polite. Nothing falls through the cracks when Verity is on the case.'
• 'James Sidwell leads this team, which is distinctive for its combination of legal rigour, collegiate spirit, and real care and concern for clients. Gowling can go up against the big beasts of the market, but at the same time offers the personal touch. This really stands out when the firm is acting for individual clients: they can be confident that James and his team will not only look out for them, but also that they will take time to guide their clients through the litigation process.'
• 'The team at Gowling are professional, committed and diligent. I was supremely impressed with the quality of their work. The teams are well resourced and supported by a highly engaged partner. I found this to be a particularly beneficial USP as many other firms keep the partner somewhat distanced from the detail of a particular matter.'
• 'Having the partner more involved, in the way that Gowling does, allows clients to really benefit from their years of experience and sound legal and commercial judgment.'
• 'James Sidwell and Verity Barker stood out to me during my time working with the team at Gowling. James has a wealth of experience and in my experience, demonstrates excellent strategic decision making. He has impeccably sound judgment and works hard to secure the best outcome for his clients. It is truly unique to find a partner who is so committed and hard working. Verity Barker is a senior associate on the team. She demonstrated a willingness to go above and beyond to make sure work is completed to a high standard.'
• 'There were a high number of very good individuals on the Gowling team however, Verity stood out from the crowd for her professionalism, ability to quickly digest complex legal issues, and commitment to her team.'

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