Group actions

Expert collective and group action lawyers

In recent years, the scope of group actions has broadened beyond traditional areas of interest (such as personal injury), and now touches diverse areas of law such as competition law, data breaches, consumer protection, financial reporting, and environmental issues. Mass claims are growing across a wide spectrum of the English legal system and are a prominent issue for all businesses.

The complexity of coordinating with multiple claimants and navigating diverse legal frameworks presents significant challenges. Our experienced team understands the nuances of group litigation and can guide you through the process with confidence. We have a deep understanding of the strategic considerations that arise from the specific features of the various group litigation mechanisms, including the use by claimants of litigation funding and after-the-event insurance and how to navigate the potentially competing interests of group members. 

We also have expert knowledge of the issues that arise in the settlement of group claims and have experience of using complex and creative settlement structures to mitigate the financial and reputational impact of group settlements.

They have an outstanding ability to understand your needs and build a team tailor made to you.

Litigation client, Legal 500

How we can help you

Our lawyers have a wealth of experience advising clients on the full range of group actions, including data disputes, securities and shareholder disputes, competition collective actions, and product liability litigation.

We also advise clients on group litigation of all types, including group litigation orders (GLOs), representative actions, test cases, and collective actions in the Competition Appeal Tribunal.

Our expertise includes:

• case analysis and advice on initial strategy
• advice on mitigating risk
• managing group litigation
• coordinating multi-jurisdiction litigation
• advising on related matters, including regulatory obligations, insurance and reputation management
• settlement.

Our collective action lawyers

Our international team takes a commercial and client-focussed approach, combining decades of sector expertise to advise clients on the best options for matters large or small.

Made up of lawyers from across a number of service lines, including commercial litigation, financial litigation, competition litigation, consumer and product regulatory and data, we are well positioned to assist predominantly in defending group actions. Drawing experience and knowledge of your industry sector, we'll quickly assemble the best team to take forward your matter. 

We understand the broader implications that can come with group litigation and will work with you to progress a strategy that works for your whole business.