Will Richmond-Coggan
Freeths LLPOperating for a varied roster of landed estates, educational and charitable institutions and prominent individuals, Freeths LLP is active across a diverse spectrum of contractual disputes, fraud claims, and IP and IT disputes. Clients have noted that ‘their ability to listen to, and simplify, complex commercial issues has proved invaluable in progressing matters to a reasonable conclusion’. ’Great strategist and tactician’ Caroline Watson heads up the group, with experience advising on complex disputes in the technology sector. Another key figure in the practice is Will Richmond-Coggan, who is well-versed in data protection and AI related issues. Managing associate Paul Brown is also recommended.
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‘Their ability to listen to, and simplify, complex commercial issues has proved invaluable in progressing matters to a reasonable conclusion. They have always taken the time to carefully manage client expectations.’
‘They are commercially strategic while providing the depth and breadth of expert counsel required to manage the process to an efficient and cost-effective solution.’
‘The understanding of their area of expertise is second to none. In many cases, an engagement with law firms can be complex, intimidating and costly. Offering support and time with patience and humour.’
‘A very comprehensive team with excellent teamwork. All working together to achieve a successful outcome.’
‘Caroline Watson has the ability to listen to your point and the steer you into a direction that will give the outcome you need. Explaining the pros and cons of any decision.’
‘The team is experienced, engenders confidence in the client, and offers sound counsel at a time when emotions are often running high. They work hard and put their clients at the front.’
‘Freeths always go that "extra mile" and look for ways in which they can add value for the client. They do this by putting in the effort to understand us as clients, to know what our plans and objectives are.’
‘Caroline Watson is a partner in the litigation team and I would absolutely recommend her. She is great with clients, understands and empathises with the stressful situation they might find themselves in when it comes to litigation.'
Key clients
- Centrica PLC
- Ceva Logistics
- Triad Group Plc
- DPD Group UK Limited
- Aldi Stores Ltd
- Equiniti Paymaster (1836) Limited
- Rematch Credit Limited
Work highlights
- Acting for a major retailer in defence of High Court claims brought against it by a departing senior employee.
- Acting for a provider of outsourcing in connection with the defence of a claim by circa 450 claimants alleging breaches of data protection law.
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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.
Caroline Watson