B P Collins LLP has a strong track record when it comes to all types of business disputes, often including international elements. The firm works across litigation and arbitration involving commercial contracts, directors and shareholders, and insolvency, and also handles judicial reviews as well as disputes surrounding charities, data, intellectual property, professional negligence, defamation, and regulatory issues, among others. Matthew Brandis leads the team and is a key name in the technology and IP sectors, as well as private parking and advertising sub-sectors; he often handles complex contractual disputes and professional negligence claims. Craig Williams fronts much of the team’s litigation on behalf of high-end corporate clients and remains an important point of contact within the group. Simon Carroll’s practice focuses on mid-market disputes. Rajiv Malhotra is another key contact.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘An organically grown team that has gone from strength to strength, bolting on new offerings and establishing itself as a serious player in the area, often rivalling (and up against) large London firms. The team is overseen by Matthew Brandis, who is an exceptional leader and fantastic lawyer.’

  • ‘Matthew Brandis is an incredibly safe pair of hands for any legal dispute - he is calm yet enthusiastic and has an excellent bedside manner with clients. He is great at looking to resolve disputes, but willing to fight for his clients. Rajiv Malhotra is currently a rising star, which is a thoroughly deserved accolade.’

  • ‘It has an impregnable reputation for fine quality commercial work in its region. Staggeringly good local market knowledge. Long-standing team. ’

  • ‘I know I can rely on Matthew Brandis to get me results. Craig Williams oozes charm and builds a great rapport. ’

  • ‘They are so knowledgeable and are leaders in their field. Particular mention should go to Craig Williams, Matthew Brandis, Simon Carroll and Rajiv Malhotra whose expertise is invaluable. ’

  • ‘This is a long established firm of solicitors which is more than capable of providing a service which might be expected of a larger silver circle London based firm whilst at the same time retaining the sense of the personal and bespoke approach which its clients appreciate.'

  • ‘The overall team has depth and this means that there is always someone available with the correct expertise who can take on even the toughest of cases.'

  • 'Craig Williams - strategically astute. Craig is commercially focused who understands the importance of strategically mapping out at the outset the route through litigation to ensure that clients' goals are achieved.’

Key clients

  • National House Building Council (NHBC)
  • The Amtico Company Limited
  • 2K Polymer Systems Limited
  • MBS Lighting UK Limited
  • Summerleaze Group
  • UK Parking Control Limited
  • Biffa Waste Services Limited
  • Global Aerospace Underwriting Managers Limited
  • Kawasaki Motors UK
  • P B Donoghue Group

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Matthew Brandis

Other key lawyers

Simon Carroll, Craig Williams, Rajiv Malhotra