The leading law firm in West Wales, QualitySolicitors Redkite, has received a whole host of recommendations in the Legal 500 guide to experts.
Redkite partner David Sangster said: “Legal 500 is THE guidebook and internet site when it comes to checking benchmarks for quality legal services.
“The team at Redkite is delighted to see the names of our legal experts scattered so liberally throughout the guide. It is a real feather in the cap for the quality of services we provide here at the biggest law firm in West Wales.”
In the Legal 500 Wales overview, the publication says, ‘Redkite . . . continues its expansion in West Wales . . . and has had notable success in winning work from major energy clients.’
There are recommendations for Redkite team members in a number of legal sectors –
Human resources, Employment – ‘Donna Purchase heads the strongest employment team in West Wales. Its excellent client base includes Milford Haven Port Authority and Murco Oil Refinery, along with healthcare businesses, agricultural societies, and public sector employers. The team is appointed to the SWW Local Authority Consortium.’
Private client, Personal tax, trusts and probate – ‘Tim Haggar heads the team. He is on the Court of Protection panel, overseeing a significant increase in deputyship work over the last two years, and is also an adviser for Camelot Lottery winners. Mathew Bowen specialises in tax planning, with an emphasis on agricultural relief.’
Private client, Contentious trusts and probate – ‘Tim Haggar recommended by Legal 500.’
Dispute resolution, Commercial litigation – ‘Redkite’s team is retained by Pembrokeshire County Council as well as by numerous SMEs. Luke Smith specialises in construction disputes, and is popular with clients.’
Real estate, Commercial property – ‘Legal 500 list recommends John Lewis.’
Private client, Family – ‘Catrin Griffiths heads a large team which has a focus on financial matters including farming and pension ancillary relief. It also has expertise in children issues, acting for various local authorities in public law proceedings.’
Crime, fraud and licensing – ‘James Subbiani and David Williams are recommended for general crime matters. Subbiani, who has higher rights, prosecutes on behalf of the Welsh Government Fisheries Office.’
Public sector – ‘RedKite advises local authorities on employment law matters.’
About Legal 500:
Published for more than 20 years, the Legal 500 Series provides the most comprehensive worldwide coverage currently available on legal services providers in more than 100 countries. Used by commercial and private clients, corporate counsel, CEOs, CFOs and professional advisers – as well as by other referrers of work both nationally and internationally – the series gives what is regarded as a definitive judgement of law firm capabilities.
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