Peter Minnikin
McCormicksMcCormicks, based in Harrogate, covers the full range of fraud and general crime matters, with a growing practice in regulatory issues. Historic sexual abuse and drug conspiracy cases are particular areas of strength for the team, which counts prominent businesses such as Leeds United FC and the National Pharmaceutical Association amongst its clients. Team lead Peter Minnikin covers matters relating to drugs and violence, and is experienced in tax fraud. Mark Fowler is a key name.
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‘Peter Minnikin is incredibly hard-working with excellent technical knowledge. Peter provides sensible and pragmatic advice and has quickly become a trusted and much valued adviser. Peter is very easy to work with and has delivered excellent outcomes for us. ’
‘McCormicks is incredibly responsive and flexible. The partner, associates, and business management teams with whom I worked were quick to respond to any inquiry.’
‘The McCormicks team was wonderful in helping my family and I stay informed and comfortable in a very confusing, stressful, and frightening situation.'
'Peter Minnikin was superb at ensuring that we understood our situation, the various strategies and approaches for defence, and informed our decisions, while always making sure that it was OUR decision. He was informative, witty, always prepared, and, most importantly, calm throughout.'
‘McCormicks have an excellent criminal team. They are first class and one of the very few criminal solicitors' firms whom I would recommend to anyone. They care about their clients and provide fantastic communication, client care, explanations of the criminal process, and give honest and realistic advice.'
'They bend over backwards to ensure their service is of the highest level and that is what sets them apart from other criminal firms. They are on hand to help all of the time and nothing is too much trouble. The whole firm is run in an incredibly efficient manner.’
‘Peter Minnikin knows the law inside out and will fight his corner appropriately and with an eye on case strategy and tactics. He gives the very best service to every single client he represents, and his excellent interpersonal skills mean that he can get on with clients from any background and on any intellectual level.'
- 'Brian Nuttney is a great lawyer who really cares about his clients and their cases. He is very hard-working and goes the extra mile for those he represents.’
Key clients
- National Pharmaceutical Association
- Leeds United FC
- Professional Games Match Officials Ltd
- City Football Group Ltd
- Dawsongroup PLC
Work highlights
- Represented the National Pharmaceutical Association in relation to a substantial number of cases.
- Acted in a range of regulatory matters for Leeds United FC, and criminal matters for players.
- Advised the parent group of Manchester City Football Club in relation to health and safety legislation and other regulatory matters.
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Peter Minnikin