What others say
Arbitration
"Davies Arnold Cooper LLP’s ‘superb’ team is headed by Rowan Planterose and includes senior partner Danny Gowan. Both are commended for their ‘intelligence, responsiveness, dependability and work ethic’, while Steven Friel is ‘outstanding’."
(Legal 500 2009)
Commercial litigation
"This disputes team has gone from strength to strength and continues to receive a significant level of referral work both from top City firms and barristers' chambers"
(Chambers 2010)
"Praised for its ‘value-for-money, excellent service, sound advice and down-to-earth style’, Davies Arnold Cooper LLP is a popular choice among clients. Group head John Bramhall and Steven Friel 'have the sort of knowledge that one only gets with years of accumulated experience in heavy or complex litigation’, while Jonathan Brogden is ‘excellent’, and Richard Highley is ‘commercial, thorough and easy to deal with’."
(Legal 500 2009)
"Davies Arnold Cooper LLP has achieved a large recovery for insurers by securing a £12m settlement for its client arising from a fire and explosion at a chemical factory. The ‘intellectually and academically strong’ Stephen Gorman is the lead litigation partner."
(Manchester, Legal 500 2008)
"Head of the commercial litigation team, John Bramhall is 'a solid, vigorous litigator who does a great job' and is particularly recommended for tough cases where 'a hard-nosed approach is needed and you don’t want to give any quarter'."
(Chambers 2009)
Construction
"Daniel Gowan has excellent knowledge of construction law, both in the UK and overseas, and a good appreciation of how best to solve civil engineering and construction problems. Whilst Nicholas Taylor deals with matters in a very robust and straightforward fashion and is always readily available for advice"
(Chambers 2010)
"A truly impressive unit with a bright outlook in construction,” this firm is committed to serving the needs of the industry. Its determination on behalf of its clients is notable, whether acting for contractors, purchasers or the insurer-backed professional teams that have formed the mainstay of the practice for so long."
(Chambers 2009)
Corporate - M&A
“A firm that provides solutions rather than problems”.
(Legal 500 2006)
Employment
"Christopher Syder heads a ‘first-class’ team at Davies Arnold Cooper LLP. Valued for its ‘sound commercial approach’ and ‘top-end service’. Clients single out Christine Jenner for praise.
(Legal 500 2009)
Financial lines
"Robert Viney is recommended for insurance-focused FSA advice."
(Legal 500 2008)
Health and safety
"Fiona Gill is highly recommended for her negotiation skills: "she has an immense knowledge of this developing area of the law and can put over ideas clearly and succinctly"
(Chambers 2010)
“partner Fiona Gill is a "remarkable lawyer", held in high regard for the calibre of her health and safety-related advice"
(Chambers 2007)
Insurance and reinsurance
"Davies Arnold Cooper LLP's insurance group is finding a significant degree of success, which is reflected by market feedback: 'We’re results-driven' commented one client, 'and we work with these guys because they get results'."
(Chambers 2009)
"Nick Young 'is representative of the firm’s core values: commercial, focused and dynamic'."
(Chambers 2009)
"Michael Dobias 'combines technical acuity with a down-to-earth practicality' in his treatment of high-profile reinsurance disputes."
(Chambers 2009)
"Richard Highley, specialising in insurance disputes related to banking, financial institutions and accountants' liability, is singled out as 'bright, flexible and supportive'."
(Chambers 2009)
"Matthew Wescott impresses sources with his 'keen attention to detail'."
(Chambers 2009)
"Davies Arnold Cooper LLP’s William Allison and his team are recommended as offering ‘a very quick service’. Nick Young is ‘hard working and tenacious’, and Hermes Marangos has ‘outstanding breadth of knowledge on multi-jurisdictional issues’.’"
(Legal 500 2009)
Personal injury - claimant
"‘Warren Collins leads the ‘impressive’ two-partner practice at Davies Arnold Cooper LLP, which focuses solely on high-value complex claims arising out of catastrophic injuries, specialising in spinal cord and brain injury cases, amputations and fatalities. The ‘excellent’ Allison Dias is praised by clients."
(Legal 500 2009)
"Warren Collins wins praise as a 'pragmatic, approachable and perceptive lawyer with a masterful knowledge of his subject and a highly esteemed reputation.' Handling catastrophic injury claims for claimants, he delivers 'individual, quality service' to each of his clients."
(Chambers 2009)
Personal injury - defendant
"The ‘first-rate’ team at Davies Arnold Cooper LLP is led by the ‘impressive’ and ‘practical’ Allison Dias. The practice boasts a distinctive international outlook, and continues to advise Total on 3,600 claims relating to the Buncefield explosion."
(Legal 500 2008)
Professional negligence
"A team that provides ‘first-class support’ and has ‘a friendly, approachable and down-to-earth approach’. Philip Murrin is ‘alive to commercial realities’ and has an ‘astute, immediate and intuitive grasp of the relevant issue in any case’. Ross Risby is also recommended."
(Legal 500 2009)
"When it comes to construction matters, the group has been involved in some high-profile and complex cases and can rely on the expertise of Daniel Gowan, who is particularly skilled in this area and possesses 'an impressive knowledge of the field'."
(Chambers 2009)
Product liability
"The immensely respected Simon Pearl leads the group and is described as "the wise man of product liability law." He is applauded for his strategic and tactical thinking, and interviewees are "hugely impressed by the way he manages large litigaton and ensures his team functions well."
(Chambers 2010)
"Top of the tree for product liability work"
(Chambers 2010)
"Simon Pearl heads the team, which provides ‘superb input, advice and guidance’. Alison McAdams and Michael Goldberg are also recommended."
(Legal 500 2009)
"Davies Arnold Cooper holds on to its top-tier position this year due to tremendous client and peer feedback. In the words of one satisfied client: 'The firm dealt with a ground-breaking case fantastically - I was most impressed'."
(Chambers 2009)
"Simon Pearl is acknowledged nationally and globally as 'a leading force for product liability cases'."
(Chambers 2008)
"Glowing reports from clients, with one commenting: 'He is my first choice when it comes to complex cases.' An 'absolutely brilliant, first-rate lawyer'."
(About Simon Pearl - Product Liability, Chambers 2008)
"Davies Arnold Cooper LLP continues to expand its client base, diversifying from its traditional focus on pharmaceuticals and healthcare into the energy, chemicals, food, automobile and telecoms sectors. The ‘very able’ Simon Pearl leads the team, supported by leading individuals Alison McAdams and Michael Goldberg." (Legal 500 2008)
Real estate
Thekla Fellas has an "astute commercial eye and calm, considered approach."
(Chambers 2010)
"The lawyers are incisive and quick at getting to the point"
(Chambers 2010)
“Davies Arnold Cooper LLP has made big strides over the past few years, and is described as ‘one of the best in the sector’. Robert Lee is ‘a strong team leader with excellent technical skills and a commercial approach’, while Lucy Walsh is ‘very experienced’."
(Legal 500 2009)
“A cracking residential development practice” is hailed for its “focused and personal service; the proactive and savvy lawyers pay attention to detail and concentrate on the important aspects in a deal.”
(Chambers 2009)
"This team’s success is due largely to its “ability to act on a wide variety of issues and its responsive, client-oriented attitude.”
(About Planning Team, Chambers 2009)
"Davies Arnold Cooper LLP’s ‘knowledge of landlord and tenant law is exceptional’. Technically strong’ practice head Ken Smith is recommended for retail sector disputes, and local authority related litigation. The ‘calm yet prompt’ Thekla Fellas has joined, and Caroline Howard - a ‘joy to work with’ - is noted for her telecoms expertise."
(About Property Litigation, Legal 500 2009)
"Davies Arnold Cooper LLP is increasingly prominent in the market, having acted on the financing of some major London landmarks. Clients are quick to praise the depth of practice, which is led by Paul McCartney."
(About Property Finance, Legal 500 2009)