Herbert Smith Freehills LLP boasts extensive experience handling complex, high-value professional negligence claims. Considered to be ‘a greatly respected and trusted advisor’, William Glassey co-leads the disputes practice; he is skilled in handling claims arising from finance transactions, pensions, and negligent tax advice. Henry Saunders works closely with Glassey in high-stakes cases defending legal professionals. Leading the team alongside Glassey, Paul Lewis regularly advises on disputes involving solicitors and insurance brokers. Sarah McNally is an expert in navigating difficult insurance issues with specific expertise with handling matters connected to construction. Antonia Pegden is noted for her capabilities with professional liability cases within the pensions sector; she has experience handling disputes involving pension intermediaries as well as advising on major part 8 claims.
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Témoignages

Collectés indépendamment par l'équipe de recherche du Legal 500.

  • ‘They are technically excellent, tactically astute, and not afraid to get stuck into the detail. I would highly recommend this team.’

  • 'William Glassey is a greatly respected and trusted advisor. He is technically excellent and has a wealth of experience to offer. He is very proactive and responsive.'

  • 'Dan Saunders is a technically brilliant lawyer. He's not afraid to get stuck into the details. He's a great support. He is very friendly and approachable.'
  • 'William Glassey and Dan Saunders make a great team and are a pleasure to work with.'
  • 'An excellent team of lawyers and a good service.'
  • 'William Glassey is an excellent lawyer. He is one of the best around.'
  • 'For complex, high-value professional negligence claims, HSF are the best firm in the city.'
  • 'They are incredibly responsive. The most striking aspect about HSF is the quality of the associates.'

Clients clés

  • National Australia Bank
  • UBS

Points forts

  • Representing a tax barrister in the Court of Appeal in a case concerning the circumstances in which lawyers may owe a duty of care to third party recipients of their advice.
  • Acted for National Australia Bank Limited in relation to a group claim brought by over 800 claimants in nine separate claims, alleging fraudulent misrepresentation and deceit.
  • Acted for UBS in respect of a claim brought by a high-net-worth individual and two BVI-registered companies involving allegations of negligent advice and negligent misstatement.

Avocats

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Responsable de la pratique

William Glassey; Paul Lewis

Autres avocats clés

Dan Saunders; Henry Saunders; Sarah McNally; Antonia Pegden