We have recently made three strategic hires to bolster our litigation, asset-based lending recoveries and private client teams.
Mike Carter, Adam Tiesteel and Jobeth Copping-Barrett are all based in Bermans’ Manchester office.
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Jack joined Bermans in September 2024 and is a solicitor in our litigation team based in Manchester.
He works on a wide range of commercial litigation and property matters and works with a variety of companies and business owners.
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PartnerMike joined Bermans in 2025 as a Partner in our Litigation team based in Manchester, with over 15 years litigation and dispute resolution experience.
Prior to starting his career in law in 2007, Mike spent 20 years in the shipping and logistics industry – in commercial and operational management roles – experience that has helped form his business orientated approach.
Mike advises owner-managed businesses, small and medium-sized business enterprises, property developers, secured lenders, professional practices and individuals.
His specialist practice areas are contract disputes, professional negligence, acting on behalf of secured lenders, shareholder and partnership disputes, construction disputes, various intellectual property related matters and contested probate.
Outside of work, Mike enjoys exploring the outdoors be it running, hiking or cycling and gardening.
Mike is a recommended lawyer in The Legal 500 directory 2024 and a member of the Professional Negligence Lawyers Association.
E: Mike.carter@bermans.co.uk
T: 0161 388 8563
AssociateAdam joined Bermans in January 2025 and is an Associate in our ABL Recoveries team based in Manchester.
Adam is a recoveries specialist who qualified as a Solicitor in 2020. His focus has been recoveries and enforcement since completing his LPC in 2018.
He balances his legal knowledge and litigation experience with a commercial approach to secure the best outcome for clients.
Outside of work Adam enjoys caravanning and returning to Anglesey where he grew up.
E: Adam.Tiesteel@bermans.co.uk
T: 0161 388 5658
Senior AssociateJobeth joined Bermans in January 2025 and is a Senior Associate in the Private Client Department; having moved from a firm in Wilmslow, Cheshire. Jobeth completed her LLB Law Degree in 2010 at City, University of London, followed by a Master’s degree at the University of Birmingham; before completing her Legal Practice Course at the University of Law in Manchester.
Continue ReadingAt Bermans, we understand that facing employment law issues can be challenging and stressful. Our dedicated team of expert employment law solicitors is here to support you through a variety of employment-related issues, ensuring that your rights are protected and your concerns are addressed with the utmost professionalism and care.
Continue ReadingAn Amendment Paper on the Employment Rights Bill was published at the end of November. Key proposed changes include the following proposals from the Government:
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Continue ReadingWhen the Code of Practice on Dismissal and Re-engagement came into force in July this year, a notable omission from the list of claims to which uplifts could be applied for non-compliance was protective awards.
Continue ReadingIn discrimination cases, employees can claim compensation for the emotional distress caused by their employer’s actions. This is called an injury to feelings award, which is separate from any financial loss.
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