Tim Copplestone
Clarke Willmott LLPWith in-depth employment capabilities across the country, Clarke Willmott LLP has a strong South West offering that handles matters related to tribunal claims, corporate transactions, insolvency, and data protection, among others. Under the leadership of Sharon Latham in Bristol, the team also demonstrates vast sector expertise that includes agriculture, sport, and education. Tim Copplestone combines longstanding employment expertise with in-depth knowledge of the sports sector, advising clients including Premier League football players and sports agencies.
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Testimonials
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‘Clarke Willmott really stands out from previous firms I have used in the past with regards to their responsiveness which has been invaluable to me in some time-bound critical HR and employment law-related matters.’
‘Sharon Latham has been absolutely exceptional. Sharon's very responsive and always makes time regardless of how big or small the matter may be. There is no such thing as a silly question which I have found extremely refreshing in our relationship.’
‘Sharon Latham has provided excellent support. A combination of technical expertise delivered in a user-friendly way to the underlying client, commitment to timescales and strong negotiation skills.’
‘Great lean and mean team in Bristol, servicing local private client individuals and businesses. Extremely strong and reliable. City-level service.'
‘Tim Copplestone is the nicest and fiercest man in the employment law market. Huge work ethic; putting his athletic background to good use in employment and sports disputes.’
‘Tim Copplestone brings his exceptional knowledge of the law to bear on any problem his client presents. What makes him stand out is his interpersonal skills that can win round even the toughest audience.’
‘Expert knowledge in all areas of law, experience, accessibility and timeliness in terms of responses.’
‘Dedicated to customer requirements.’
Key clients
- M+W Group
- Delta Consulting Group Inc
- AB Dynamics PLC
- Exyte Hargreaves Limited
- Exyte Northern Europe (UK) Limited
- Exyte UK Limited
- Evergreen Garden Care Limited
- Omniplex NI Limited
- Employees of Royal Mail
- Anthony Best Dynamics Limited
- The Rugby Players’ Association
- Wasserman
- Decathlon
- C.F. Møller A/S
Work highlights
- Acted for Omniplex NI Limited, the purchaser of business, assets and property from five former Empire Cinema sites from various offshore and local entities.
- Advised hundreds staff being exited from across the UK as part of a national company's attempts to tackle financial challenges.
- Advised the Rugby Players Association and the Wasps and Worcester Premiership rugby playing squads following the insolvency of their respective clubs.
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Next Generation Partners
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Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Marc Long, Sharon Latham