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Weightmans LLP

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Praised for their capabilities in ‘complex and sophisticated matters’, Weightmans LLP‘s focus on competition law damages claims is notably concentrated in the airline and airport industries, while other key sectors for the practice include insurance and consumer goods – particularly food and beverages. The team is well-versed in procurement law, advising public sector bodies on various projects and corporate and commercial matters. The team is headed up by the Liverpool-based Laurence Pritchard, noted for his experience of merger control and anti-competitive agreements. Gary Jones specialises in regeneration projects and procurement, while Vincent King works on corporate-related issues.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'Weightmans have been excellent when faced with complex and sophisticated matters, which under procurement law happens frequently. Weightmans were very helpful in ensuring that they understand everything before making a decision on how to proceed, and they have always been quick to respond.'
  • 'Weightmans' service levels and responsiveness has been excellent. We have always received swift responses and a quality service.'
  • 'Weightmans’ pricing is very competitive and great value for money, particularly given the complexity and time taken on advising and assisting clients on difficult matters.'
  • 'Weightmans constantly have their finger on the pulse around any commercial developments and recent matters which may impact their advice. Knowing the market and any issues which may crop up puts Weightmans ahead of the pack.’

  • ‘Weightmans have an excellent commercial team who can pick up a wide range of matters and have always delivered any advice required to the highest standard. It is incredibly useful to clients to be able to rely on Weightmans to provide the advice needed, even if it has to come from a different member of the team due to their expertise, and for that advice to be the same quality as the rest of the team.'

  • 'Jamie Norris is an excellent solicitor. Quick to respond and very knowledgeable.'
  • 'Vincent King is an excellent lawyer with vast knowledge across multiple practices. Expertly advising in respect of procurement and contracts.’

Key clients

  • UK Trucks Claim Limited
  • S. Norton & Co. Limited
  • Chiesi Limited
  • Swissport
  • John West Limited
  • Esken Limited
  • Wi-Manx Limited
  • Washington Mills Limited
  • The Integrity Foundation (HIES)
  • British Insurance Brokers Association
  • Lotus Bakeries Limited
  • The Double Glazing & Quality Assurance Ombudsman Scheme
  • Gazprom
  • Sonoco
  • All About Food
  • Peel Ports Group
  • Wizzair
  • Doncaster Sheffield Airport Limited
  • Crafter’s Companion Limited
  • North Lincolnshire Council
  • Emko Capital LLC
  • Composite Ones LLC
  • Costcutter
  • ZO Skin Health Inc
  • Anixter Limited
  • NHS Southport & Formby CCG
  • The Quality Assurance Co Limited
  • Cumbria County Council/ University of Cumbria
  • Cammell Laird Shiprepairers
  • Tactus Group
  • Flintshire County Council

Work highlights

  • Advised UK Trucks Claim Limited (“UKTC”) which has issued proceedings on behalf of owners and lessees of over 600,000 trucks which were sold by way of unlawful anti-competitive practices.
  • Advised The Double Glazing & Conservatory Assurance Ombudsman Scheme on Fensa Limited’s refusal to certify it as the provider of a Fensa approved insurance policy as a potential breach of competition law.
  • Advised University of Cumbria and Carlisle City Council on compliance with the Trade and Cooperation Agreement in connection with the new Carlisle Business Exchange centre (“CBE”) project.

Lawyers

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Laurence Pritchard
Weightmans LLP
Laurence is a commercial partner and head of competition law. Laurence advises clients on competition law, including merger control and the control of anti-competitive agreements and practices. Laurence has successfully handled many high profile investigations and inquiries by the European Commission and the Competition and Markets Authority in relation to a wide range of sectors as well as appearing before the specialist competition law court, the Competition Appeal Tribunal, the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court on competition law matters. Laurence also advises on the new National Security & Investment Act regime and its impact on different types of transaction, obtaining clearances where appropriate from the UK Government Investment Security Unit. Laurence is rated by the Legal 500 as a “leading individual” for competition law.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Laurence Pritchard

Other key lawyers

Gary Jones, Vincent King, Jamie Norris

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