Plans to appoint a new Groceries Code Adjudicator
14/05/2012
Plans to appoint a new Groceries Code Adjudicator moved a step closer on 11th May 2012 as the...
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We provide commercially focused legal advice to food businesses throughout the supply chain. Our clients include producers, manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and catering businesses.
Industry Knowledge: Commercial Advantage
The Food industry is a dynamic sector, the law and regulation are constantly changing and the commercial landscape continues to evolve. Your advisers need to anticipate these changes and help you and your business to react.
Getting the right advice has never been more important
Our advice is based on an in-depth understanding of the food industry, drawing on expertise and experience from across the firm, and our industry contacts.
"DWF provide First Milk with responsive, pro-active, professional advice and support...I have no hesitation in recommending the firm." Angus Waugh, Company Secretary First Milk Limited
Understanding the industry enables us to provide commercially valuable and relevant advice to our food clients, particularly in the following areas:
- Corporate transactions
- Commercial agreements
- Intellectual property
- Food law
- Health & safety
- Competition law
- Regulatory
- Dispute resolution
Staying one step ahead
The Food Group keeps a watchful eye on European and UK legislative and regulatory developments. We also maintain close contact with many organisations that are helping to shape the food industry regionally, nationally, and across Europe.
Sharing our knowledge
We produce 'Dealing with Food', a regular bulletin for clients that provides an overview of key legal issues and events/seminars in the sector, including early warnings of new legislation.
Your Contacts
Peter Allen
Head of Food Group
DD +44 (0)7774 137 712
M +44 (0)7774 137 712
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