Nick is a highly experienced commercial disputes solicitor with over 30 years’ expertise advising businesses, professionals, institutions and individuals on complex and high-value litigation. He has acted on a range of landmark cases, including the first reported decision on the operation of the Visa and Mastercard scheme rules, and cases exploring the enforceability of “Hotel California” clauses in shareholders agreements and the impact of profit share as a requirement for partnership.

He represents clients across a wide range of sectors including banking, insurance, property development, healthcare, and legal services. His practice spans both national and international clients, with a strong reputation built through his work in London and Manchester.

Nick advises on all aspects of business and corporate disputes, including breach of contract claims, shareholder and partnership disputes, warranty claims, boardroom fallouts, restrictive covenants, and professional negligence. He is frequently instructed in matters involving financial mis-selling, directors' duties, and commercial fraud.

Alongside commercial work, Nick also advises on insurance disputes and contentious probate, particularly those involving business assets and cross-border issues.

Property litigation is another key focus of Nick’s practice. He regularly handles disputes over ownership and boundaries, lease renewals, landlord and tenant issues, service charge disagreements, and enforcement of restrictive covenants.

Nick has significant experience in urgent and high-pressure applications for interim relief, including injunctions, freezing orders, and contested discharge proceedings. He is particularly adept at managing cross-border disputes where swift and strategic action is required.

He also advises clients on litigation funding strategies and cost-effective dispute resolution. This includes working under conditional fee agreements (CFAs), damages-based agreements (DBAs), as well as capped and fixed fee arrangements, allowing clients to manage risk and maintain commercial clarity throughout proceedings.

Praised by clients for his clarity, responsiveness and tactical strength, Nick has been described as “Fantastic” in The Legal 500. He is also an active member of the Manchester Law Society.