Overseeing both transactional and litigation matters, spanning from strategic partnerships to complex disability discrimination claims, Browne Jacobson LLP routinely acts for major academy trusts and universities. The practice is highly regarded for its ability to cover transfer arrangements and construction contracts. Practice head Nick MacKenzie is an experienced adviser to executive teams and boards in the social housing, corporate, and education sectors. The Birmingham-based team is further supported by commercial property expert Dominic Swift. Emma Hughes is knowledgeable on all aspects of HR, while Nick Smee chiefly focuses on IP matters. Polly O’Malley is a regulatory specialist, and Scott Mounfield chiefly concentrates on the public sector. Lydia Michaelson-Yeates, Hayley O’Sullivan, and Philip Wood are also recommended. Richard Freeth left the firm in June 2024.
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Anwält*innen
Leading partners
Die stärksten Partner*innen ihres Praxisbereichs, die eine führende Rolle in signifikanten Mandaten einnehmen und weitreichende Anerkennung unter Wettbewerbern und Mandanten genießen.
Leading associates
Führende Associates sind regelmäßig an zentralen Mandaten des Teams beteiligt und erhalten positives Feedback von Wettbewerbern oder Mandanten.
Praxisleitung
Nick MacKenzie
Weitere Kernanwält*innen
Dominic Swift; Emma Hughes; Nick Smee; Bettina Rigg; Polly O’Malley; Scott Mounfield; Lydia Michaelson-Yeates; Hayley O’Sullivan; Philip Wood; Sarah Linden; Laura Thompson; Joanna Goddard;