The offering at Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP, ‘willing to go above and beyond’, is noted for its ’diverse and inclusive range of employees’. The team is well-equipped to act for such well-known clients as The Cooperative Bank PLC and HS2 on complex work in both domestic and cross-jurisdictional contexts. David McGuirk, described as having ‘a clear and deep understanding of his field’, leads the team and is experienced in handling commercial and residential development disputes, particularly in relation to right to light matters. Alex Wright also stands out in the team, having recently led on such cases as a complex possession dispute for European Metal Recycling Limited. Senior associate Carly Fishwick is remarked as working ’exceptionally hard to ensure that every case is run impeccably’. Legal director Joanne Mills departed to Addleshaw Goddard in May 2022.

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‘A very personal service offered from a team willing to go above and beyond in time-critical situations.’
‘The team at Eversheds are incredibly helpful, quick to respond to queries and also provide sound commercial advice.’
‘David McGuirk is not only friendly and approachable but has a clear and deep understanding of his field. He offers sound commercial advice and takes into account the specific needs of the client. I would highly recommend him.’
‘A depth of knowledge and excellent attention-to-detail, alongside a slick service.’
‘Alex Wright was able to get to the nub of our complex issue quickly, and when additional advice was needed he knew exactly where to go.’
'Despite having all the advantages of being a big firm including detailed knowledge of the law, strong expertise and experience in most types of cases within the property litigation sphere, the team is friendly and approachable and gives close attention to its clients' cases.'
'An appropriate amount of time and energy is dedicated to each case, and cases are always very well-prepared. I have noticed that this firm has a diverse and inclusive range of employees, having regard to gender diversity and social mobility.'
'David McGuirk brings an air of authority and calmness to all litigation that he conducts. He never overreacts and always thinks carefully about the merits and demerits of the case before giving the client clear and robust advice. Senior associate Carly Fishwick works exceptionally hard to ensure that every case is run impeccably and is always firm but fair.'

Key clients

HS2
The Co-Operative Bank PLC
SI Properties Limited (Smiths Group plc)
European Tyre Enterprise Limited (Kwik-Fit)
AXA IM
The Emerson Group
Four Seasons Health Care
G4S
DXC Technology
INOVYN (INEOS Group)

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