Ashfords LLP‘s ’exceptional’ disputes department is experienced in litigation over contracts, emergency relief and contempt of court proceedings. Fraud, asset and tracing claims, and company and partnership conflicts are other areas of expertise. It also acts in claims involving company directors, cross-border matters, defamation, professional negligence, and debt recovery. Fraud specialist James Crighton is ‘dedicated to his clients’ and Ceris Fuller has ’a real eye for detail’. Rory Mac Neice in Bristol acts in technology and sports sector-related disputes and Exeter-based Andrew Perkins leads the department.
Testimonials
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‘The team is exceptional with a very high level of input and client care.’
‘They are very collaborative and think through every part of the process, strategising at every stage and encouraging discussion, dialogue and debate, so that tactical decisions are throughly thought through from every angle.’
‘Beyond its UK expertise, Ashfords has very good knowledge of cross-border matters, and demonstrates a pragmatic approach to dealing with such cases with a view to protecting the interests of clients.’
‘Ashfords is an effective team that knows the law well, and knows how to run an effective case in today's litigation scene.’
‘James Crighton gives efficient and pragmatic advice.’
‘James Crighton is very bright, hard-working, and absolutely dedicated to his clients. He provides an exceptional level of client care.’
- ‘Ceris Fuller is a strong junior associate with a real eye for detail. She picks up on the points that win cases.’
‘Ceris Fuller is very knowledgeable, professional and calm in her approach, and ensures clients are aware of every eventuality.’
Key clients
- easyJet
- Precision Air Services
- Energy Portfolio
- Day Pitney
- GoGlobal GEO
- CogX Festival
- Fontaine (House of Creed)
- iib Group Holdings
Work highlights
- Acted for easyJet in a disclosure application in the criminal courts, which was brought by an individual defendant against multiple airlines and travel carriers.
- Acted for House of Creed in proceedings in the Indian courts to obtain injunctive relief and damages for breach of a distribution agreement and unlawful use of IP.
- Acted for Samuel Watson in a multi-party $100m-plus fraud claim in the Commercial Court.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
James Crighton, Andrew Perkins, Rory Mac Neice