Praised for its ‘attention to detail and thoroughness’, Fladgate LLP is active in group claims, from insurance claims to claims at the CAT. John Evans leads the team, while Garbhan Shanks focuses on insurance matters. Nadia Osbourne boasts an active cross-border practice, particularly in insolvency matters, while Leigh Callaway focuses on financial services, civil fraud and data and cyber risk cases. Robaidh Allighan is a further name to note.
Testimonials
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‘John Evans is an impressive group litigator - very hardworking.’
‘Flexible, good reputation for sensitive handling of claimants. Pragmatic and experts on funding.’
‘John Evans is a legend who manages these difficult and sensitive cases well.’
‘Fladgate have a skilled and experienced group litigation team led by the roundly liked and respected John Evans. Fladgate’s group litigation proposition is compelling and entrepreneurial.’
‘John Evans is a stand-out leader in group litigation - not only is he a technically excellent, experienced, and creative, he is also very enjoyable to work with.’
‘Interpersonal skills and communication.’
‘Attention to detail and thoroughness.’
Key clients
- SearchFlow Ltd. & Ors
- A group of 905 claimants in High Court proceedings against Clydesdale Bank and National Australia Bank
- RGL Management Ltd
Work highlights
- Representing over 100 English and Welsh personal search companies in a complex group litigation claim currently before the High Court to recover payments made to the ten water and sewerage utility companies in England and Wales for access to and/or the provision of copies of environmental information held by the Defendants.
- Acting for a group of 950 SME claimants in High Court proceedings against Clydesdale Bank and National Australia Bank alleging deceit, misrepresentation, negligent misstatement, breach of contract and unjust enrichment.
- Instructed in a new group action representing claimants seeking restitution for secret commissions paid by energy companies to the independent power brokers instructed by businesses to find the best electricity and gas prices.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
John Evans