20-11-2008
Leading lawyer accolades from Chambers UK for BPE partners
Glowing testimonials from clients has helped BPE Solicitors to secure rankings for a number of its lawyers in independent legal directory, Chambers UK 2009.
A number of partners were named by the directory as leading lawyers in their field.
Partners John Workman and Tim Ward received recognition for their work in the corporate finance arena, along with Richard Handley (commercial property), Darren Sherborne (employment) and Mark Ovington (personal injury).
‘Commercially astute’, ‘efficient’ and ‘down-to-earth’ were how clients chose to describe BPE when directory researchers asked for feedback on the 23-partner firm.
BPE’s corporate lawyers in Cheltenham were singled out for particular praise.
Sources said that Senior Partner John Workman ‘brings a much-appreciated air of lightness to stressful situations’ and praised his ‘incisive, clear-thinking advice, which injects pace to a transaction’.
Tim Ward who earlier this year was shortlisted for Individual Corporate Lawyer of the Year at the South West Deals Awards, was a new addition to the rankings owing to his growing prominence in the market place. Clients across the board praised his ‘thorough, responsive and commercially astute approach’.
Regarded as ‘always on the ball and aware of the latest trends in the law,’ commentators said BPE’s commercial property (real estate) team has an excellent reputation. Partner Richard Handley was described as ‘highly experienced and easy to deal with’, with one source even going as far to say ‘if you’ve got [him] on board, you know you’ll get the deal done properly’.
Head of employment Darren Sherborne was highlighted for his ‘impressive success rate in defending claims made against his clients’.
Ranked in the top tier of firms in the South West, the firm’s personal injury specialists were lauded for their teamwork and the impression they give – ‘excellent’. Mark Ovington received particular mention for his ‘vast experience’.
Lawyers in the firm’s dispute resolution team were said to ‘more than meet the demands of today’s commercial environment’. Contacts regarded their work as ‘meticulous, efficient and cost-effective’ – all essential qualities when handling business disputes.
Senior Partner John Workman said: “When you operate at our level clients take our technical excellence for granted. They choose to work with the BPE team because they like us as people and can relate to our commercial approach and entrepreneurial spirit.”
A number of partners were named by the directory as leading lawyers in their field.
Partners John Workman and Tim Ward received recognition for their work in the corporate finance arena, along with Richard Handley (commercial property), Darren Sherborne (employment) and Mark Ovington (personal injury).
‘Commercially astute’, ‘efficient’ and ‘down-to-earth’ were how clients chose to describe BPE when directory researchers asked for feedback on the 23-partner firm.
BPE’s corporate lawyers in Cheltenham were singled out for particular praise.
Sources said that Senior Partner John Workman ‘brings a much-appreciated air of lightness to stressful situations’ and praised his ‘incisive, clear-thinking advice, which injects pace to a transaction’.
Tim Ward who earlier this year was shortlisted for Individual Corporate Lawyer of the Year at the South West Deals Awards, was a new addition to the rankings owing to his growing prominence in the market place. Clients across the board praised his ‘thorough, responsive and commercially astute approach’.
Regarded as ‘always on the ball and aware of the latest trends in the law,’ commentators said BPE’s commercial property (real estate) team has an excellent reputation. Partner Richard Handley was described as ‘highly experienced and easy to deal with’, with one source even going as far to say ‘if you’ve got [him] on board, you know you’ll get the deal done properly’.
Head of employment Darren Sherborne was highlighted for his ‘impressive success rate in defending claims made against his clients’.
Ranked in the top tier of firms in the South West, the firm’s personal injury specialists were lauded for their teamwork and the impression they give – ‘excellent’. Mark Ovington received particular mention for his ‘vast experience’.
Lawyers in the firm’s dispute resolution team were said to ‘more than meet the demands of today’s commercial environment’. Contacts regarded their work as ‘meticulous, efficient and cost-effective’ – all essential qualities when handling business disputes.
Senior Partner John Workman said: “When you operate at our level clients take our technical excellence for granted. They choose to work with the BPE team because they like us as people and can relate to our commercial approach and entrepreneurial spirit.”
