Bird & Bird LLP
Bird & Bird LLP is known for its capabilities in representing international clients operating in Europe. The firm also has a notable specialism in employment work within the tech sector, as well as offering a high degree of experience in the aviation and life sciences fields. The team is led by Tim Spillane, who has particular expertise in advising on senior-level terminations and restrictive covenant and trade secrets matters. Also integral to the team is Ian Hunter, who is recommended for cross-border restructuring advice. Further key members of the practice include employee retention schemes expert Elizabeth Lang and Alison Dixon, who is experienced in TUPE-related work and stands out for her specialist knowledge of the healthcare, aviation, defence and life sciences sectors.
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Testimonials
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‘Practical and business-oriented advice. A diverse team.’
‘Elizabeth Lang has been a trusted partner to our business for several years now. She is pragmatic and her guidance strikes the right practical balance.’
‘Consistency of good advice from a very bright partner and able associate team.’
‘Commercially Tim Spillane is very astute. He spots potential issues and counterarguments in advance so that we're prepared for them and can approach any issues sensitively. Rob Collier-Wright has also done a considerable amount of work for us and is a very able associate to assist Tim.’
'Their team is incredibly talented and professional, and eager to help solve any and every issue that arises, both inside and outside of the UK. Penny has been a tremendous help!'
‘Bird and Bird have been an incredible partner for us as our international business has grown. They provide timely and wise counsel that takes into account the needs of our business.’
‘Penny Hunt has been our main point of contact for B&B in the UK and has guided us through a number of difficult situations. In addition, she's provided a number of recommendations for local B&B teams when we've had work outside the UK and her recommended contacts have always been excellent.'
Key clients
- SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK
- Inmarsat
- Gulf International Bank
Lawyers
Leading individuals
Next Generation Partners
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Tim Spillane