Trevor Coward

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Trevor is a highly experienced commercial litigation solicitor with over four decades of practice in the Courts of England and Wales.  He advises on a broad range of complex commercial disputes, often with an international dimension, and is adept at finding pragmatic solutions, including securing injunctive relief quickly.
 
Trevor acts for a diverse client base, ranging from multinational corporations to SMEs and individuals. His work frequently involves multi-jurisdictional issues and technically intricate matters. He has also successfully handled litigation in jurisdictions including the USA, Ireland, the Netherlands, Germany, Italy, Turkey, Spain, the UAE (Dubai), Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand—where he notably secured the recovery of a valuable helicopter.
 
A leading partner at Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors for 32 years, Trevor plays a central role in the firm’s highly regarded litigation practice. The firm is also known for its strong capabilities in commercial and property transactions. Recent highlights include advising the Marshall family on the €1.1 billion sale of the Marshall Group to private equity firm HSG—a deal following the 2023 multimillion-pound sale of Marshall Amplification Plc to Zound Industries, advised by colleague Danielle Austin.
 
Trevor is recognised by both clients and peers for his strategic insight and unwavering commitment. He has been described by Legal 500 as “exceptional,” “superb,” and “totally committed to obtaining the best possible result,” with praise for his “in-depth knowledge” and “very proactive and practical advice.” Chambers & Partners notes him as a notable practitioner, with clients describing him as “balanced and objective,” and someone who “takes on board his client’s needs and acts accordingly.”