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Gateley Legal
Operating out of Leeds, Gateley Legal has particular strengths in fatal and major accidents, with capabilities in crisis management for such instances. It has an established presence in a number of sectors, namely housebuilding, but also construction more generally, transport, utilities, food, and retail. Ruth Armstrong heads the national practice, while Pauline Munro operates out of Leeds, working with major corporate clients regarding fatal accidents and compliance issues.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'A really good team and with great experience in HSE work in every conceivable industry and area of commerce. Tough, but charming with it. Impeccably conscientious and clients come first.'
- 'Ruth Armstrong is great in this field and her, Kate Oliver, and Pauline Munro make up an impressive trio of solicitors who are good to have in your corner.'
- 'Gateleys are open and honest with all colleagues and communicate efficiently in a manner that ensures understanding and learning.'
- 'We consider Gateley's to be an extension of our own team. They show strong leadership. They provide excellent constructive feedback to facilitate our own shared learning experiences. They have a very positive can-do attitude.'
- 'Ruth Armstrong, Kate Oliver, and Chris Grainger are all friendly and approachable. I have complete faith in all of them to give me the advice and direction that I seek. They often go over and above to deliver advice, guidance, and training.'
- 'Ruth Armstrong is always happy to lend an ear. She was a source of support during a particularly harrowing period in my life.'
Key clients
- United Molasses Group
- Drayton Manor Park Limited
- Taylor Wimpey plc
- Vistry Group
- Bellway plc
- Story Homes Group
- Keepmoat
- Costcutter Supermarkets Group
- Dr. Oetker (UK) Limited
- Malmaison & Hotel du Vin Property Holdings Limited
- Samworth Brothers Limited
- Sudlows Limited
- Lovell
- Mamas and Papas Limited
- WG Carter
- Sport Regulation Authority
- Davidsons Developments Limited
- Croudace Homes Group
- DCC plc
- Certas Energy UK Limited
- Nylacast Limited
Work highlights
- Acting for Viva Nylons Limited following a fatal accident at its site in June 2021 when a contractor fell through a roof whilst undertaking ducting work.
- Advising Sunrise Poultry Farms Limited following a fatal accident at one of its sites in Leicestershire in April 2021 involving an employee as he left the site.
- Advising Piper Homes Construction Limited following a fatal accident at one of its sites in January 2020 involving a contractor.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Ruth Armstrong