Praised for its ‘deep understanding of both PFI contracts and the needs of health trusts’, Addleshaw Goddard’s offering encompasses specialist sub-teams across public sector and health infrastructure; social care and later living; life sciences; and private healthcare providers and hospitals. Louise Dobson - the key health contact in Leeds -  is a known name for her strong track record in contentious work involving medical devices, diagnostic and clinical products purchasing. Bill Gilliam works extensively on procurement challenges. Carly Gulliver is skilled at handling private equity transactional work involving healthcare companies.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Very deep understanding of both PFI contracts and the needs of health trusts, combined with extensive experience of high value and technically complex litigation.’

  • 'Thomas Hurst is fantastic at selecting and running teams: a partner in the making.’
  • ‘The strength of the team is likely unmatched in the region.’

  • ‘Richard Watkinson is extremely diligent and capable whilst always having an eye on the client's goals.'

  • ‘Michael Peeters and Richard Watkinson lead a strong public sector IT practice.’

  • 'The team has acquired substantial expertise over the years, with involvement in a number of substantial decisions in the public procurement field.'
  • ‘Louise Dobson has substantial expertise in public procurement disputes. As she has such broad experience, she is able to deal with issues very calmly and with wisdom. She is a very hands-on partner and knows exactly the kind of support that her clients need at each point in a case.'

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Louise Dobson

Other key lawyers

Bill Gilliam, Carly Gulliver, Richard Watkinson, Michael Peeters, Thomas Hurst