Core tenets of the commercial litigation practice at Gosschalks include claims connected to the hospitality and retail trade, partnership disputes and large multi-party actions. Team head Matthew Fletcher is known on the market for his strong track record in complex construction and real estate disputes. Steve Dillon is a key part of the firm’s strength in multi-party litigation. Phil Osborne is versed in the intricacies of claims for breaches of restrictive covenant. Ben Marsden‘s portfolio of work includes breach of contract claims. Sam Thompson extends the team's expertise in construction, utilities and wayleaves mandates.
Key clients
- Ei Group Limited
- William Hill Group plc
Work highlights
- Acting for an estate that is in dispute with a property developer and a utility company in relation to the sale of a large parcel of land with permission to construct a significant number of new residential properties.
- Instructed by a retired couple who purchased a significant plot of land securing permission to construct a residential property, farm and working vineyard. The team prepared advice and devised a strategy to remove and divert the utility infrastructure, ensuring that the approved development commenced on time.