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Guy Lightowler

Partner

Guy Lightowler

About Guy

Guy joined Gorvins in 1996. He is a Partner in the Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department. He also heads up the firms work in Property Litigation. Guy's approach is to provide sound and constructive legal advice combined with a practical and commercial approach to ensure that the client's objectives are met at the earliest possible stage. He believes in taking a hands on approach and as such Guy has considerable experience in resolving matters without reference to litigation through negotiation and using forms of ADR such as mediation.

Areas of Expertise

  • Commercial and contractual disputes
  • Real property disputes
  • Landlord and tenant disputes
  • Intellectual property disputes
  • Shareholder Disputes
  • Claims involving injunctive relief including emergency injunctions

TESTIMONIALS

What Guy's clients say...

"I would like to take this opportunity to say a sincere thank you from both of us for your tenacity and staying power with our claim. It has been quite an unforgettable journey and we can’t express our appreciation enough for everything you have done to get the result we have ended up with …. huge thanks…. we finally got there thanks to your expertise and advice”

Simon and Joanne Taylor

Stockport

"Guy was instrumental in helping us secure our domain name while avoiding litigation. From day one, Guy was thorough, responsive, and genuinely invested in our success. He guided us through each step, proactively addressing challenges and turning potential roadblocks into successful outcomes. Thanks to his dedication and skill, we now own the domain that’s central to our brand. We highly recommend Guy to anyone dealing with a domain issue or legal challenge—he’s the advocate you want on your side" Thank you for everything you’ve done. I really appreciate it!

Romain Perrone

CEO Prism, Paris

Guy Lightowler was fantastic to deal with. Very hands-on in providing real-time practical advice that was valuable and key to getting the outcome we needed.

Legal 500 2024

Complex legal matters are broken down and explained clearly with clarity of honest opinion given on ranging client options. Guy Lightowler is easily contactable and responsive to queries.

Legal 500 2024

Guy Lightowler provided advice on an invoice dispute with a large corporate. Good clear advice given and a satisfactory outcome was reached.

Mark Snape

Guy tailored his service perfectly to meet my requirements. He is diligent, thorough and trustworthy-exactly what you need in a great lawyer!

Kate Jacobson

Managing Director ABA Quality Monitoring Limited

Guy is a very commercial and astute lawyer. As well as an eye for detail and being quick to respond he also appreciates the bigger picture and never stops fighting your corner. I was very impressed with the work he carried out for me and his overall professionalism

Ross McAllister

Fridgeland Online

"I have always found Guys work to be of the highest quality. His approach is both a practical and commercial one as well as a legal one. His attention to detail, speed of response and general overall willingness to help as well as his organisational skills make him a valuable asset when dealing with issues that we have encountered. I would not hesitate in recommending his services." 

Paul Harrison

Financial Director, Melba Swintex Group

Articles by Guy Lightowler

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Why you need to act quickly in claims of Defamation or Libel
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Why you need to act quickly in claims of Defamation or Libel

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The Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Bill – Landlords still waiting for their rent
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The Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Bill – Landlords still waiting for their rent

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Protecting Your Online Content
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Protecting Your Online Content

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The Fundamentals of Intellectual Property
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The Fundamentals of Intellectual Property

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Why all landlords aren’t the same…and why this is proving to be a problem!
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Why all landlords aren’t the same…and why this is proving to be a problem!

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Commercial landlords, are you ready for CRAR and what is it?
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Commercial landlords, are you ready for CRAR and what is it?

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Travellers must obey the same laws as the rest of us
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Travellers must obey the same laws as the rest of us

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