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Nicola Stanley

Nicola Stanley

Nicola Stanley is a Partner at FS Litigation, advising on commercial disputes, professional negligence claims, and contentious property matters.

T: 0161 714 4526

E: nicola.stanley@fslitigation.co.uk

Experience

With two decades of litigation experience, Nicola brings commercial insight and practical legal judgement to a wide range of disputes. Recognised by The Legal 500 as a ‘Rising Star’, her expertise spans professional negligence, contractual disputes, property litigation and judicial review, regularly advising on high-value claims in the High Court and Court of Appeal.

With a strong business background, having studied business at university (both in the UK and at Bordeaux University) and working in industry for 5 years before qualifying as a solicitor, she has a unique insight into both commercial objectives and litigation strategy.

Notable Cases

  • Cheshire Estate and Legal Ltd v Blanchfield & Ors

    Expedited 6-day trial for springboard and injunctive relief following alleged breach of duty by former directors; permission to appeal granted by the Court of Appeal.

  • Knights & Others v Townsend Harrison Ltd 

    Represented the Claimants in a seven-figure negligence claim against accountants involving failed tax and investment schemes.

  • Louise Bond & Boxhall Management Ltd v Kay Johnson Gee & Ors

    Represented the Claimants in a £5.75M claim for negligence and breach of contract following accountancy and tax advice.

  • Development + Planning Judicial Review

    Representing Developers in Judicial Review proceedings against Local Planning Authorities and the Planning Inspectorate.

Recognition

  • Legal 500:

    Recommended Lawyer – Commercial Litigation

  • Legal 500:

    Recognised by the Legal 500 for her expertise in financial services professional negligence

  • Shortlisted:

    Rising Star of the Year (Insurance), Legal 500 Northern Powerhouse Awards

Nicola Stanley is absolutely outstanding, and I couldn’t praise her more highly.

Client testimonial

Nicola’s level of sophistication is very strong. Her commercial vision is also very strong.

Client testimonial

Nicola Stanley is a pleasure to work with… She is able to make you feel like you are her only client and is always available if you need her.

Client testimonial

Her knowledge of relevant case law is outstanding, and her attention to detail and recall is amazing

Client testimonial

"She takes the stress out of a legal situation and replaces it with confidence."

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"She is an excellent listener and extremely reliable."

Client Testimonial

"Nicola Stanley is extremely thorough, and very persistent in her work for the client."

Client Testimonial

"She is always calm and makes the process infinitely manageable. I would thoroughly recommend her."

Client Testimonial

"Nicola Stanley is an experienced litigator with a strong background in financial services professional negligence."

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