The ‘consistently high-performing’ commercial litigation team at Sintons LLP has a particularly strong track record handling contracts and warranty claims, property litigation, as well as shareholder and regulatory disputes. Hilary Waters oversees the department and takes point on tax litigation. Angus Ashman is an experienced contentious commercial contracts expert, and also recommended for real estate disputes, a core pillar of work for the department. Experience in the healthcare segment is another particular strength of the team; Kathryn Riddell is a key contact here, specialising in acting for NHS trusts and healthcare professionals in clinical and professional negligence disputes.
Testimonials
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‘Whichever department you employ the advice received is laid out in a clear fashion which the layman can understand. The straightforward approach is refreshing. Any advice is given in a timely manner.’
‘In the litigation department I have always used the partner Mr Angus Ashman. Angus gives clear and concise advice. You know immediately that Angus is very much on your side and will fight to the end if so instructed.’
Work highlights
- Advising sellers of a company in the construction industry on employee taxes and a potential dispute regarding the tax covenant and earnout provisions within the share purchase agreement.
- Acting for minority shareholders in challenging a Summary Judgment application by a company to avoid the Statutory rules limiting the ability of companies to purchase their own shares.