Philip Williams
Legal DirectorPhilip Williams handles a varied caseload of commercial disputes advising on cases in the English courts and in arbitration proceedings.
In addition to advising on legal proceedings and claims, Philip's practice includes advisory work, helping clients to understand their contractual rights and obligations and advising them on how to pursue or address disputes. Philip's practice also includes advising on takeover, merger and reorganisation transactions.
Philip focuses on the following sectors, Payments Services and Fintech, Insurance, Hospitality and Leisure and Aviation.
EXPERIENCE
- University of Durham, BA (Hons,) History and Politics, 2003
- Manchester Metropolitan University, GDL, 2005
- College of Law (Chester), LPC, 2006
Awards
In February 2014 Philip was shortlisted for 'Lawyer of the Year' in the Pro-Manchester Made in Manchester Awards.
Prior Experience
- 2000 to 2005, HSBC Bank Plc
- 2006 to date, DLA Piper UK LLP