Gowling WLG

The commercial litigation team at Gowling WLG, led by insurance specialist Samantha Holland, represents clients in a variety of claims, and is particularly strong in advising on emerging areas of law such as crypto assets, AI, and ESG. Patrick Arben concentrates on tech-related disputes, while Helen Davenport specialises in cyber security, contentious data protection, and technology disputes. International litigation and arbitration specialist Tom Price routinely handles work from the CEE and CIS as well as the natural resources and energy sector. Andrew Smith handles a wide range of disputes including economic tort claims, misfeasance issues, contract terminations, and guarantees and indemnities.

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Testimonials

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The team are diligent, perceptive, strong on legal analysis and commercially minded.’
‘Patrick Arben (partner): cool head under pressure. Unfazed by unexpected developments, difficult opposition. Good at managing client expectations. Commercial outlook.'
‘The dispute resolution practice is strong across the board. They are collaborative, diligent, precise and expert.’
‘Gowlings are all-round excellent litigators. They cut to the chase, ignore distractions, and focus on getting the right result for the client. They give clear and accurate advice about where the case is going and how to win it or, if necessary, get out of it. They are also - without exception that I have found so far - great people to work with.’
‘ Andrew Smith is the standout/superstar among them, and easily one of the best litigators I have worked with anywhere in the country. Sean Adams and Sam Holland are also extremely strong. All focus unerringly on the client's goals and how best to get there.'

Key clients

Aston Martin Lagonda
Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games
Cairngorm Capital and portfolio companies
Equity Trust
Financial Reporting Council
GKN
Gyrus Capital and portfolio companies
Halfords Autocentres Limited
Hyundai Motor UK
Mazda Motors UK
M Group Holdings Limited
Midcounties Co-operative Limited
Sanctuary Housing
Statkraft Markets GMBH
The Hut Group
The Royal Parks
Weetabix

Work highlights

Acting for M Group Holdings Limited in connection with a potential claim against its former advisers arising out of allegedly negligent advice given to the client following the restructuring of the business.
Acting for Statkraft Markets in defending complex proceedings regarding the acquisition of renewable energy - proceedings involve a dispute over the energy pricing mechanism in a power purchase agreement.