Shakespeare Martineau LLP provides support to household names in the energy, education, automotive, banking, manufacturing sectors. The firm is also well-versed in advising clients on the new Consumer Duty implemented by the FCA. Its litigation experience includes assisting in the recovery of debt for regulated and unregulated services. Jayne Gardner, with a focus on credit management and collections, leads the team alongside Edward Flanagan, who handles secured and unsecured debt recovery matters. Alan Hamblett is the firm’s expert on all defended claims. Grace Strawford provides technical advice on consumer credit-related matters.

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  • ‘They are reliable, knowledgeable and friendly.’

  • ‘Alan Hamblett is very knowledgeable and helpful and deals with all our requests in a friendly and professional manner.’

  • ‘It’s been such a holistic service.’

  • ‘Eddie Flanagan manages what his clients expect, giving realistic down to earth advice.’

Key clients

  • National Grid
  • Marston Group
  • Hook Norton Brewery
  • Hinckley & Rugby Building Society
  • Europcar
  • University of Warwick
  • Bournemouth University
  • UPS
  • UPS SCS
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants for England and Wales
  • McIntyre Hudson

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.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jayne Gardner, Edward Flanagan

Other key lawyers

Alan Hamblett, Grace Strawford