Commercial & financial dispute resolution; complex regulatory challenges; transformational transactions. Our market-leading specialists deliver business-critical legal advice across retail, insurance, technology, and beyond.
We have more than 600 people, including more than 80 partners, nearly 300 lawyers and some of the sharpest minds in the legal market, many of whom are listed in the leading national and international directories. Headquartered in a state of the art site at Tower Bridge in the City of London, we also have offices in Hong Kong, Singapore and Bristol. Our high visibility, open plan environment facilitates team work and communication.
Considered to be one of the most commercially-oriented City law firms, we ascribe our success to the level of service which we give to clients - delivering what they want, on time and in an easily accessible manner. The success of this approach is reflected in the quality and longevity of our client base.
Our clients range from large multinationals to mid-sized and growth UK corporate firms, and other professional practices. We provide advice that enables them to stay ahead of the game and are happy to be on the end of the phone to steer them in the right direction, providing as little or as much support as necessary. We believe in giving exceptional legal service that is both commercially focused and tailored to their needs, working in partnership with our clients so that we truly understand their business.
We have more than 600 people, including more than 80 partners, nearly 300 lawyers and some of the sharpest minds in the legal market, many of whom are listed in the leading national and international directories. Headquartered in a state of the art site at Tower Bridge in the City of London, we also have offices in Hong Kong, Singapore and Bristol. Our high visibility, open plan environment facilitates team work and communication.
Considered to be one of the most commercially-oriented City law firms, we ascribe our success to the level of service which we give to clients - delivering what they want, on time and in an easily accessible manner. The success of this approach is reflected in the quality and longevity of our client base.
Our clients range from large multinationals to mid-sized and growth UK corporate firms, and other professional practices. We provide advice that enables them to stay ahead of the game and are happy to be on the end of the phone to steer them in the right direction, providing as little or as much support as necessary. We believe in giving exceptional legal service that is both commercially focused and tailored to their needs, working in partnership with our clients so that we truly understand their business.
Location: United Kingdom, England, London
Employees: 501-1000
Founded date: 1898
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| 29.05.2025 | The Tax Game: Football Clubs Under Scrutiny | In the world of football, where passion meets profit, a storm is brewing. The HMRC (Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs) has cast its net wide, launching investigations into 33 professional football clubs. The reason? Allegations of misuse of... |
| 27.05.2025 | HMRC crackdown on R&D tax fraud sees probes into 33 football clubs | Lawyers have said it’s “no surprise that HMRC has significantly increased its scrutiny” on football clubs after authorities opened investigations into several professional clubs relating to a tax relief scheme. The tax agency confirmed to T... |
| 21.05.2025 | The Legal Storm: EY's Battle Over NMC Health Audits | In the world of finance, trust is the currency. When that trust erodes, the fallout can be catastrophic. Such is the case with Ernst & Young (EY) and its auditing of NMC Health Plc, a healthcare giant that crumbled under the weight of f... |
| 21.05.2025 | EY labels former head of EY Abu Dhabi a ‘fraudster’ in £2.7bn legal battle | EY UK’s lead barrister described the former head of EY Abu Dhabi as “plainly a fraudster” in the opening submissions at the £2.7bn legal battle against the firm over the collapse of NMC. Abdulrahman Basaddiq, who previously headed up EY’s o... |
| 19.05.2025 | EY audit of NMC ‘was deficient in multiple respects’ says regulator | A draft report by the accountancy regulator to the High Court has concluded that EY’s audit of collapsed NMC “was deficient in multiple respects” and that “these failings are extremely serious.” The £2.7bn legal case against EY UK kicked of... |
| 16.05.2025 | EY’s £2bn legal fight over NMC Health audits | Big Four giant EY faces a mammoth legal fight next week over its auditing of a former London-listed health giant that collapsed after allegations of fraud. Private hospital operator NMC Health Plc collapsed in April 2020 after being placed ... |
| 27.03.2025 | The Rising Tide of Taxation and Takeovers: A Dual Challenge for UK Businesses | The UK is navigating turbulent waters. Two significant currents are shaping the landscape: a crackdown on tax evasion and a surge in takeover bids. Both trends pose challenges for businesses and their leaders. On one front, the government i... |
| 27.03.2025 | Tax Tightening and Retail Restructuring: A Double-Edged Sword for UK Consumers | The UK is facing a financial storm. On one side, the government is tightening its grip on tax compliance. On the other, major retailers are reshaping their business models to survive fierce competition. This dual approach raises questions a... |
| 27.03.2025 | The Hidden Cost of Cash ISAs and Tax Penalties: A Financial Wake-Up Call | In the world of personal finance, complacency can be a thief. It robs savers of potential growth and leaves them vulnerable to the relentless march of inflation. Recent findings reveal that millions of savers are trapped in low-interest Cas... |
| 26.03.2025 | Spring Statement 2025: Reeves clamping down on tax evasion | The Chancellor plans to raise over £1bn in additional gross tax revenue, as her Spring Statement singled out tax evaders. At the end of December 2024, unpaid tax liabilities owed to HMRC were over £44bn, more than double the level five year... |
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