What people say about us

Penningtons Manches plays a strategic role in our UK acquisitions team. Their ability to think outside the box and their attention to detail have made them a valued partner. I would strongly recommend them to any organisation seeking to make acquisitions in the mid tier software space.

Tony Walls, CEO, Objective Corporation

Led by James Klein and his team, I have been impressed by Penningtons Manches' professionalism and attention to detail. Their work has been prompt and delivered on budget, but without sacrificing quality of service. They were able to provide the full range of services that we needed for this complex transaction which demanded not only an ability to work with lawyers in two other jurisdictions, but also to meet the intellectual property challenges of working in the cutting edge area of LTE wireless technology.

Jan Schnitzer, General counsel, u-blox

Being in-house, I outsourced a piece of technical work but needed someone with expert knowledge that could speak to my engineers at their level of experience. Sam De Silva not only understood and talked through the various concepts with my engineers (who found him very personable and easy to discuss matters with) but Sam also produced a detailed yet accessible contract that my engineers could confidently discuss any commercial issues with the other party as they saw fit. I highly recommend Sam particularly in technology and is brilliant value for money.

Jennifer Howard-Dobson, Legal Counsel at Sportingbet

We are taking a further step in the steady expansion of our BRITA Ionox Division. This partnership is a key milestone in our plan to tap the North American market with the world's greatest potential for water dispensers. Throughout the formation of the alliance, we have appreciated Penningtons' commitment to providing swift, commercial solutions and their comprehensive grasp of our requirements.

Markus Hankammer, CEO, BRITA Group

We have engaged Joanne Vengadesan and her team to advise us on commercial contract issues in the telecoms sector in which we operate. She understands our product offerings and solutions, and has helped us negotiate contracts for the supply of voice and connectivity (including for VOIP, WAN, and managed services), as well as strategic partnering agreements. We trust her to stand firm on issues that are important to our business. Joanne has a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach, which has served us well.

Andrew Terry, Joint managing director, Switch Communications

James Klein and the Penningtons team provide a fantastic service. They are highly responsive and available at all times.

General counsel of K3 Business Technology Group Plc

I have worked with Sam De Silva on several occasions this year to create both bespoke and template agreements. We can always rely on his expert work to protect our interests and most importantly he always ensures that he works to our timescales, which are always demanding.

Simon Bates, Director, Product development, SaaS at Citrix

Penningtons Manches has helped guide We7 through its various rounds of funding with expertise, professionalism and promptness as you would expect but, additionally, with the right level of the 'human touch'. The team makes these things seamless and understandable and has been a great asset.

Stephen Purdham, Managing Director, We7

When deciding on advisors for the most important transaction of my career, the trust built up over time was the most important factor in my choice. Everything was done efficiently, issues were kept in perspective and more complex points were explained clearly. Throughout I was kept in touch with legal discussions without being bothered by every detail. When it came to completion, I felt confident that we had a good deal for all parties. I can recommend Pennington Manches wholeheartedly.

Kevin Gell, Founder, Tessella

Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP is certainly one of the best in the field. It has strong individuals who have the right approach and personality.

The Legal 500

The firm has 'an excellent team that is very responsive and has good relationships with its clients.'

Notable practitioners
Mark Lee handles a wide range of complex claims. Interviewees describe him as 'a charismatic and switched-on lawyer who has good judgement on cases.'

Chambers UK - 2021 edition

Acts for claimants and defendants in personal injury claims. Noted for its expertise in advising claimants on RTAs abroad.

Work highlights: Acted for the claimant on a novel case whereby compensation was claimed against a credit card supplier after the claimant suffered catastrophic injuries in an RTA in Cuba.

Notable practitioners

Sources identify Mark Lee as 'a mover and a shaker' in the market. He is particularly adept in high-value serious injury claims. Clients say he is knowledgeable and approachable.

Warren Collins is often sought after for his expertise in cross-border claims, particularly his knowledge of the US jurisdiction. Sources praise his approach: 'He had a very caring attitude and was extremely efficient'.

Chambers UK - 2015 edition

Well-positioned in the market to deal with both claimant-side personal injury cases and defendant insurance disputes. Benefits from the considerable reputations of key individuals to attract both high-value and smaller injury claims in which liability and applicable law are hotly contested.

Notable practitioners

Mark Lee receives particular praise for his Spanish language skills and for being a 'hard worker who is extremely ambitious.' 'He is very client-friendly and go-getting,' adds one interviewee.

Warren Collins is the recipient of warm praise from clients. Sources highlight the fact he 'understands precisely where the case needs to be and knows his way around the medical side too.'

Chambers UK - 2016 edition

Experienced in acting for claimants in high-value catastrophic injury claims arising from RTAs and marine accidents. Well-versed in assisting with contested issues of jurisdiction, applicable law, liability and quantum. Also adept at representing defendant insurers in disputes.

Strengths: 'They are travel insurance specialists – they know the market well and can easily obtain the necessary assistance from foreign representatives.’

‘The whole team act in a professional manner, providing niche detailed advice with clarity and enthusiasm.’

Notable practitioners

Mark Lee acts for catastrophically injured claimants, and is noted for his very active practice. Clients describe him as ‘very approachable and knowledgeable,’ and appreciate that ‘his advice is always very clear and he's adept at putting things into simple terms.’

Chambers UK - 2017 edition

Strengths: Sources note the team's strength in the travel arena: ‘They are knowledgeable and experts in their field. They are resourceful and always on hand to provide practical advice around the varying differences and requirements of differing jurisdictions.’

Further interviewees confirm: ‘They are highly experienced with a deep talent pool of diligent, responsible, responsive’ lawyers.

Notable practitioners
Mark Lee heads the travel law team. Sources say: ‘His technical knowledge is exceptional and his passion for his subject matter is inspiring.’

The ‘superb’ Warren Collins of Penningtons Manches LLP is described by sources as ‘creative, hard working, detail-oriented and extremely well organised’.

Chambers UK - 2018 edition

Experienced acting for claimants in high-value catastrophic injury and fatalities claims arising from road traffic, ski, marine, hotel and work accidents abroad and in the UK. Well versed in assisting with contested issues of jurisdiction, applicable law, liability and quantum. Also noted for its handling of insurance coverage disputes and foreign clinical negligence cases.

Strengths: Market sources note that the team is ‘highly experienced in dealing with complex international cases.’

Notable practitioners
Mark Lee is a reputable practitioner noted for his track record in high-value and catastrophic injury cases, attracting praise for his ‘very calm,’ ‘very supportive’ and ‘very efficient’ approach. He regularly advises on a range of accidents abroad, including RTAs, sports and leisure incidents as well as accidents at work, and is particularly adept at handling head injury claims.

Chambers UK - 2019 edition

Handles a wide range of personal injury claims arising from accidents abroad for both claimants and defendants. Also assists travel insurers with contractual disputes and insurance recoveries.

Clarity: 'Their work is clear and concise. I like knowing what my options are and what the consequences will be and they're very good at doing that.'

Work highlights: Helped FirstAssist Group secure a EUR1.5 million settlement for a pedestrian seriously injured whilst in Belgium.

Notable practitioners

Mark Lee heads the practice. Clients say: 'He's knowledgeable, personable, is a good communicator and understands the client's needs.'

Chambers UK - 2014 edition

Mark Lee, who heads the holiday accident claims practice, is ‘not afraid to push boundaries’.

The Legal 500 - 2013 edition

The ‘very knowledgeable' team at Penningtons Manches LLP is led by the ‘professional and calm' Mark Lee. It is recommended for its expertise in personal injury matters abroad for both claimants and defendants. Warren Collins joined from Simpson Millar LLP.

The Legal 500 - 2014 edition

Penningtons Manches LLP ‘demonstrates a committed approach with dedicated knowledge’, and advises on a range of travel-related personal injury cases for claimants and defendants. The team is led by Mark Lee, who has ‘strong leadership skills’, and includes the ‘very experienced’ Warren Collins.

The Legal 500 - 2015 edition