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Smith Partnership fields a strong commercial litigation practice with a notable specialism in hospitality and airline disputes. The team also assists with debt recovery cases. Russell Davies is an experienced mediator and litigator, and handles contract and business ownership disputes with noted expertise in pub lease litigation. Bally Atwal is noted for his regular representation of airlines and their insurers.

'The practice in question is extremely professional both in their conduct regarding clients but also in the services they offer and the knowledge and assistance available within the practice.'

'From my experience, Smith Partnership are a traditional law firm that genuinely cares about looking after customers.'

- The Legal 500, 2025

Andrew Oldroyd - incredible level of knowledge and expertise. Extremely personable. Committed to providing an outstanding service to clients.

- The Legal 500, 2025

Smith Partnership regularly assists clients with the full spectrum of criminal cases, including high-value fraud and business crime work. The firm’s ability to handle matters involving more serious crimes is aided by its dedicated Crown Court department. Kevin McGrath is an expert in corporate criminal matters, while Andrew Oldroyd chairs the general crime team and is highly regarded for his representation of motorists and Youth Court clients. Both Vasanti Vaitha and Beth McGovern are also recommended for Crown Court cases.

'Close knit team who value their clients and work hard to support them.'

'Andrew Oldroyd - incredible level of knowledge and expertise. Extremely personable. Committed to providing an outstanding service to clients.'

- The Legal 500, 2025