Praised for its ‘tenacity and skill’, the team at DTM Legal LLP provides expertise in disputes involving contracts, finance, intellectual property, construction and restrictive covenants. The team is well regarded for its ability to handle multi-jurisdictional matters. Practice head Jim Morris has particular expertise in contentious and non-contentious construction matters, acting for a diverse roster of clients. Richard Thomas' capabilites range from company stakeholder disputes, fraud and finance agreements, to commercial contracts and restrictive covenants. Guy Thomas stands out for his expertise in the construction sector, earning praise for his ability to ’grasp the fundamentals of related issues quickly and with immediate understanding.’

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘They have the tenacity and skill to get the best results for us.'

  • ‘Jim Morris is excellent, extremely personable and makes it easy to understand for the client.'

  • ‘They easily hold their own with all the big city regional players.'

  • ‘Jim Morris universally popular with clients. Jonathan Partridge hard working and diligent assistant fee earner.' 

  • ‘We have worked with DTM Legal over many years and have always had great expert advice, always commercial and in our best interests. They are responsive and communicate well and understand our business.’

  • ‘Guy Thomas has a working knowledge of construction issues and can grasp the fundamentals of related issues quickly and with immediate understanding.'

Key clients

  • Scottish Power
  • Foundation Piling Limited
  • The Atmore Group
  • Lloyds Pharmacy
  • AAH Pharmaceuticals Limited
  • Dee Tech Services Limited
  • Henrob Limited
  • Anwyl Construction Company Limited
  • Rotex Europe Limited (part of Hillenbrand Group listed on NYSE)
  • Greenthumb Limited
  • Begbies Traynor
  • Monolith Brick and Stone Limited
  • Edge Recovery
  • Moneypenny Ltd
  • Clancy Consulting Limited
  • European Automation Projects Ltd
  • Halls Auctioneers Limited

Work highlights

  • Represented Zams Hotels & Hospitality Ltd, arguing that a winding up petition for circa £3.2 million should be dismissed.
  • Advising Reeds Carpeting Contractors Ltd in this High Court action in which successful applications for disclosure have been made against the five defendants.
  • Advised Rotex Europe Ltd on the defence of a £48 million claim brought by a company from Saudi Arabia.

Lawyers

Leading partners
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jim Morris

Other key lawyers

Richard Thomas, Guy Thomas, Jonathan Partridge