Acting for a diverse array of clients ranging from sole traders to corporations, Swinburne Maddison LLP handles a busy workload, which extends to personal and corporate insolvency litigation, contractual disputes, debt recovery, and insurance claims. Managing partner Jonathan Moreland oversees the Durham-based practice and takes point on employment-related disputes as well as contentious corporate and commercial cases. Also in the core team are the ‘superb’ David Low and Abigail Zuk. Low is an experienced litigator with an emphasis on breach of contract claims and professional negligence actions, while Zuk’s broad commercial litigation practice covers contract disputes and directors’ disputes. James Curran is a name to note for shareholder disputes and defamation claims, while Jenna Keir-Kendrew handles insurance disputes.
Testimonials
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‘From the very beginning to the conclusion of this legal journey, we have been thoroughly impressed with James Curran's professionalism, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our case. His exemplary skills as a solicitor have left a lasting impression on us, and we wanted to take a moment to extend our gratitude.'
‘The team was really caring and happy to explain anything that wasn't clear. As this was my first time involved with a legal firm there were a lot of things I wasn't sure on including terminology and procedure and they clearly explained this without making me feel ill-at-ease.’
‘David Low was exceptional in terms of dealing with our case, keeping me updated and ensuring that I knew next steps. Jenna Keir-Kendrew was supporting David, and she was also excellent in ensuring everything was where it needed to be and that we had the strongest case possible. They made me feel like we were working together to achieve a great outcome.’
‘Excellent knowledge, attention to detail and communication.’
‘David Low and Abigail Zuk are superb. ’
‘James Curran. James has dealt with the problems we were having in a very sympathetic way. He has been totally approachable. I trust that he has our best interests at heart. Thank you for everything!’
‘Jonathan Moreland is our key contact in regard to any litigation, and during the year has shown outstanding fortitude and no little skill in dealing and resolving a longstanding matter to a very good and practical conclusion. At all times, he has given us great comfort and support. I can only applaud the professionalism of Jonathan and his team along with the outstanding advice we have been given throughout the year.’
‘James Curran is exceptional in commercial litigation and is not afraid to adopt robust litigation tactics to secure favourable outcomes for clients.’
Key clients
- Ramside Estates Limited
- The Esh Group
- Durham Cathedral
- Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation
- The Enquire Learning Trust Limited
- Baker Tilly Creditor Services LLP
- Smart Office Systems Limited
- Teescraft Engineering Limited
- Allure Developments Limited
- JEM Road Construction Limited
- Northern Freight Services Limited
- Evenmore Properties Limited
- Durham County Council
- Ingleford Scaffolding Limited
- AKV Cladding Products Ltd
- Aetrio Holdings Ltd
- Box. North East Ltd
- Certa Roofing and Cladding Ltd
- North East Pipeline Solutions Ltd
- Land Technologies Limited
- Manolete Partners plc
- Beyond Housing Limited
- Gas and Water Solutions Limited
- Wirac Automation Limited
- Man Co 1 Limited
- Savanna Group Ltd
- Soccarena Holdings Ltd
- Berger Closures Limited
- F&I Management Limited
- The Auckland Project
Work highlights
- Advised on a breach of contract claim involving issued proceedings with a value of in excess of £2m.
- Acted on behalf of a client in defending an £800,000 claim for repayment of a company buyback of shares.
- Acted on behalf of a shareholder of a company in bringing an unfair prejudice petition including a freezing order application with a claim value of over £1m.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jonathan Moreland