Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP supports a number of large corporations facing regulatory investigations, often in the energy, infrastructure and manufacturing sectors. The team focuses on contentious health and safety work but also has a significant non-contentious offering that includes compliance work. The team comprises several dual-qualified health and safety professionals, led by the ‘brilliant’ Paul Verrico. Verrico supports firms post-incident and undertakes innovative prevention strategies. Sarah Valentine is experienced in the health and safety aspects of significant international projects.
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Testimonials
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‘Eversheds Sutherland's pragmatic and no-nonsense approach makes a refreshing change. Their experience and expertise in the health & safety sector are second to none. They have provided valuable and insightful assistance in reviewing our organisation's policies and procedures, providing the required assurance to operate in a safe and compliant manner.’
‘Paul Verrico is astucious and a brilliant lawyer, who always delivers for us. During a recent project, I received nothing but praise for his abilities.'
‘The team are professional and prompt in providing sound and pragmatic legal advice, always able and willing to meet to discuss and explore the nuances of the issues at hand.'
‘Massive strength in depth means they are ready to deal with everything from minor regulatory matters all the way up to police investigations into gross negligence manslaughter. A favourite for the big corporate companies due to their experience and excellent strategic advice.’
‘Well recognised firm with great depth and experience headed up by Paul Verrico. Fantastic client base.’
'Paul Verrico is now a legendary figure in the H&S world; huge experience and knowledge.'
'Ability to understand and work with the business at all levels, understanding culture and language used, to provide clear and concise legal support and advice. Taking the time to understand the business they support enables the support and advice provided not to be overwhelming and integrated well into business application and improvement.'
Key clients
- Tarmac
- Drax Power
- McCain Foods
- China Light and Power
- Sellafield
- Thames Water Utilities
- The Bannatyne Group
- AMES/Griffon Group
- Northumbrian Water
- Nestle UK Limited
- High Speed Two (HS2)
- Hutchison Ports
- Northern Gas Networks
- Cadent Gas
- Universities Safety and Health Association
- Harworth Group
- Parker Hannifin
- Sembcorp
Work highlights
- Advised China Light and Power on improving safety across its site in Hong Kong to ensure the organisation is aligned with leading practices across the energy sector.
- Advised Drax Power on its successful defence of a HSE prosecution for allegedly exposing workers to wood dust.
- Advised Tarmac following a fatal incident at the Mountsorrel Quarry, providing crisis management support, representation at the inquest and in a prosecution brought by the HSE.
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Sarah Valentine
Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Paul Verrico