The specialist team at Gowling WLG is immersed in key sectors such as construction, building materials, quarrying, aerospace and food. It also deftly covers the health and social care sectors. Practice head Andrew Litchfield has long-standing experience in advising on an array of regulatory criminal offences, statutory public inquiries and inquests. Litchfield frequently assists clients in investigations by the police, the Health and Safety Executive, other regulatory bodies such as the Environmental Agency, and local authorities. Principal associate Michael Hafen is another notable member of the department. Hafen is adept at helping clients when there is a fatality or serious injury that results in an investigation.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team is knowledgeable, flexible and efficient and works hard to understand our business.’

  • ‘Andrew Litchfield – Always provides solid, innovative and reliable strategic advice. Helps us stay one step ahead.'

  • 'Natalie Barton-Howes – Professional and efficient with a great handle on the detail of complex issues. Provides top-quality advice.'
  • 'The team is highly recommended.’

Key clients

  • Kingspan Insulation Ltd
  • Bakkavor Foods Ltd
  • Bloor Homes Ltd
  • The Channel Tunnel Group/Eurotunnel
  • Sanctuary Housing Association
  • DVLA
  • Midland Heart
  • The Arch Company Limited
  • Richmond Fellowship
  • Starbucks EMEA Ltd

Lawyers

Hall of Fame
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Leading associates
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Andrew Litchfield

Other key lawyers

Michael Hafen, Natalie Barton-Howes