Mills & Reeve LLP ‘s commercial and corporate disputes practice in London focuses on shareholder and boardroom disputes, along with warranty claims and breach of directors’ duties cases. The group is particularly well known for its work in the technology, life sciences and sports sectors, as well as cross-border and government-related disputes. London litigation practice head Eric France specialises in commercial and corporate disputes involving IT, government and insurance, while Mark Davison has notable experience in life sciences disputes.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Knowledgeable and personable team that bonds well with the client and takes time to understand the commercial concerns and culture of the client.’

  • ‘Approachable and commercial with a straightforward, yet tactical, approach to litigation.’

  • ‘The team are fabulous to work with.’

  • ‘They have the appropriate knowledge and expertise to guide clients through extremely complex situations - definitely recommended.’

  • ‘Provides an excellent service which marries diligence, intelligence and commercial sense to deliver a quality product for their clients.’

  • ‘Eric France and Sarah Jacobs, and their wider team, are excellent, responsive, and provide professional and accurate advice.’

  • ‘Eric France and Sarah Jacobs are highly recommended for any litigation needs.’

  • ‘Clients are consistently impressed with the Mills & Reeve team, particularly Mark Davison, Sarah Jacobs and Jonathan Christy.’

Key clients

  • Education Authority of Northern Ireland
  • Matrix Receivables
  • Lyndale Capital Advisors
  • T&L Sugars

Work highlights

  • Assisting the Education Authority of Northern Ireland with joining injunction proceedings involving its contractor and subcontractor, Capita and ESS, which were in a dispute about Capita’s (and therefore all schools in Northern Ireland’s) use of ESS’ software.
  • Assisting Matrix Receivables with seeking to recover unpaid commissions in the London finance market.
  • Acting for Lyndale Capital Advisors in a claim against London’s largest mooring company to recover monies.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Eric France, Mark Davison

Other key lawyers

Sarah Jacobs, Jonathan Christy, James Shiel, Avneet Baryan