Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP's property litigation group is led by David McGuirk, who is noted for his provision of ‘commercially sound advice grounded in legal expertise’. The Manchester team is well-equipped to assist its clients with contentious landlord and tenant matters, the management of real estate portfolios, and development and property disputes revolving around the range of property types, from Grade II listed buildings to large and high-value commercial city centre properties. The ’excellent’ Alex Wright is known for his extensive knowledge of rights of light disputes and protest actions, while landlord and tenant disputes are Carly Fishwick's primary area of expertise. Elin Owen is a key member of the team.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘David McGuirk and Carly Fishwick are both very approachable and give sensible, commercial advice.’

  • ‘In comparison to other legal practices, I would certainly consider them to be in the 'premier league' of firms.’

  • ‘They are highly commercial and just want to get the job done in the best format in the optimal time, with David McGuirk is a standout individual.’

  • ‘Alex Wright is an established solicitor who is well-versed in all commercial landlord and tenant property litigation matters. He understands the commercial reality of what businesses need from a lease to operate efficiently and effectively.'

  • ‘Alex Wright is excellent.’

  • ‘Since joining the team, Eversheds have been able to provide commercially focused advice on a number of matters. The teams work in tandem to ensure that nothing is missed which is incredibly useful.’

  • ‘David McGuirk has been able to provide commercially sound advice grounded in legal expertise and the team has deep resource. Elin Owen is organised and on-the-ball and able to manage varying workstreams effectively.’

  • ‘Alex Wright is standout - extremely pragmatic and attuned to my team's needs. An extension of my team not afraid to tackle unchartered territory with us.’

Key clients

  • HS2
  • The Co-Operative Bank PLC
  • SI Properties Limited
  • European Tyre Enterprise Limited
  • The Emerson Group
  • Four Seasons Health Care
  • G4S
  • DXC Technology
  • INOVYN
  • Tobermory S.À.R.L

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Practice head

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David McGuirk

Other key lawyers

Carly Fishwick, Alex Wright, Elin Owen