David Walton
Pannone Corporate LLP
Pannone Corporate LLP
Client SatisfactionJointly co-led by the ‘legally brilliant’ Bill Dunkerley and the ‘excellent’ David Walton, the practice at Pannone Corporate LLP is well-equipped to handle a varied caseload of public inquiries, inquests, and investigations relating to accidents, fatal incidents, and obligations under social housing rules. Dunkerley is noted for his broad knowledge of HSE and police investigations concerning potential health and safety offences, while Walton handles a wide variety of care, food safety, and environmental investigations and prosecutions, in addition to assisting clients with fire safety and child social care compliance issues.
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Testimonials
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‘A small team of the best of the best. Companies needing specialised and dedicated representation where they want the maximum chance of winning against the odds should instruct this firm.’
‘Bill Dunkerely - astute, legally brilliant and reassuring. David Walton - probably the most experienced solicitor in the marketplace and certainly the most knowledgeable. Fights for his clients and wins.’
‘This team has established itself as the go-to firm for SMEs in the greater Manchester area. It has shown a particular understanding of the issues facing SMEs when facing a regulatory investigation and provides specific and focused advice to reflect the make-up of the organisation.’
‘Bill Dunkerley brings a wealth of experience to the firm. His down to earth manner makes him popular with clients, but he has the talent and expertise to make him a formidable adversary. A leading light in the North West.’
‘A high-quality team that can advise on the most serious criminal health and safety investigations and prosecutions of businesses and individuals with a strong practice in CQC-related and care work.’
‘David Walton is a heavyweight in the field. Passionate in the defence of his clients and calm in even the most pressured of situations.'
‘David Walton has proven to be an excellent lawyer, his knowledge and experience have helped to guide our case.’
Key clients
- Rochdale Boroughwide Housing
- Kingsley Care Homes Limited
- Euro Foods Group Limited
- Bestway Retail
- Total Fitness
- Alternative Futures Group
- Ardagh Group
- Trackwork Limited
- Hunter Price Limited.
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Bill Dunkerley, David Walton