Showcasing ‘excellent knowledge’, the full-service team at Dentons has a strong footing in the retail and consumer sector. Working with some of the largest household retailers in the domestic market, the group advises on a range of matters covering litigation, IP and real estate, with recent work highlights including successfully challenging the Secretary of State’s refusal to allow Marks & Spencer to redevelop its Marble Arch branch. The ’balanced team’ is led by duo James Batham and Scott Singer, who are noted for their expertise in complex litigation proceedings and strategic matters, respectively. Anna Copeman is especially noted for her expertise in IP.
Testimonials
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'Their end-to-end management and ability to collaborate and guide the strategy globally is what has been the most helpful for my company. They are a balanced team but ready to push boundaries and unknowns if they feel it is necessary to achieve the objectives set.’
Key clients
- John Lewis Partnership plc
- Sainsbury's Supermarkets plc
- Marks & Spencer plc
- Pele Brand
- Avis Budget Group, Inc.
- Frasers Group plc
- Card Factory plc
- Swatch Group Limited
- TJX Inc
- American Eagle Outfitters Inc
Work highlights
- Advised Marks & Spencer on its planning victory in a case relating to the multi-million pound redevelopment of its Marble Arch store.
- Advising John Lewis Partnership (JLP) on its global tech and change programme and modernisation.
- Advising several major UK retail clients as corporate buyers of power under solar PV CPPAs, both physical and virtual.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
James Batham, Scott Singer