The ‘engaged and proactive’ team at Ramsdens Solicitors LLP is recognised for its ’practical, client-focused approach’, and is skilled at handling complex technical disputes, particularly in the engineering and construction sectors. Nick Armitage leads the ‘well-run and well-coordinated team’, which includes Paul Booth and Emily Walker, who are ’efficient, tenacious, and great to deal with’. Hilary Garnett is also of note, specialising in large-scale commercial litigation linked to property and construction claims.
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Testimonials
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- ‘What stood out to me about Ramsdens' litigation team was their practical, client-focused approach. From the moment they took on my case, I felt like I was in capable hands—not just because of their legal expertise, but because of how well they communicated and managed the process. Ramsdens didn’t treat me like just another case file. They took the time to understand my situation, kept me informed at every step, and ensured I never felt lost in legal jargon or uncertainty.'
- ‘For me, Emily Walker was the standout. She was calm, organised, and completely in control, which made a huge difference in what was already a stressful situation. No matter how complex things got, she never seemed overwhelmed or out of her depth.'
Work highlights
Acted in a claim by a facilities services contractor in a claim under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 against an education multi-academy trust in relation to the conduct of a tender under a dynamic purchasing system for planned and preventative maintenance at various schools.
Practice head
Nick Armitage
Other key lawyers
Paul Booth; Emily Walker; Hilary Garnett