Praised for their ‘client focused’ approach, Broadfield Law UK LLP maintains a broad disputes practice, encompassing a diverse array of IT, partnership, insurance, and product liability related mandates. Phil Smith spearheads the group and is noted for his particular capabilities in the field of TMT, while ’highly experienced’ Tim Clark  enjoys a strong reputation in relation to his handling of complex contractual disputes, notably within the IT sector. Another key figure in the practice is Sophie Squire, who is well-versed across a varied spectrum of commercial cases. David Gwillim has moved to Keystone Law.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

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  • ‘Particularly well known for franchising work, with some top tier major international franchisees.’

  • ‘Tim Clark is a highly experienced litigator with excellent market knowledge.’

  • ‘The team is bright, forward-thinking, hard-working, incredibly resourceful and flexible and very client focused. They provided absolutely first-class support to me.’

  • ‘Tim Clark is one of the brightest and hardest-working solicitors I have worked with. He stands out for his willingness and ability to grapple with a new and unfamiliar area of law and procedure, and for the hands-on approach which he takes despite his seniority.'

  • ‘The team is a very happy and well-organised team which is well-resourced to deal with complex matters, with the ability to draw in extra resources on an ad hoc basis when the need dictates.'

  • The team understands the value which technology can bring to cases.’

  • ‘Tim Clark has a clear and very calm manner, with an excellent eye to the appropriate strategy in litigation.’

  • ‘Their key strength is being client focused. On the case I worked on with Tim, there were a large number of complex legal points which he was navigating, but remained focused on the best interests of the client and getting to a good outcome.’

Key clients

  • Portals Paper Ltd
  • XMA Ltd
  • Rock Engineering Limited
  • Crowe UK LLP
  • CALA Group
  • Westcoast Ltd
  • E2Open
  • Farkind GmbH

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Practice head

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Phil Smith

Other key lawyers

Tim Clark, Sophie Squire