Steve is a leading expert in all commercial disputes.
Steve has acted for a range of large PLC and privately owned companies in a variety of disputes including commercial contracts, professional negligence, injunctions, partnerships and warranties in sale and purchase agreements.
Over the last few years much of Steve's work has concentrated on enforcing various restrictive covenants. He has also been involved in several "team move" type cases. Steve has also undertaken far more professional negligence Claimant work, including acting for Claimants in cases against accountants and solicitors.
Acting for a large nationally known recruitment company in a breach of confidentiality claim.
Acting for a claimant PLC in a breach of restrictive covenant claim.
Acting for a major pharmaceutical PLC in a claim for a breach of a marketing contract.
Steve enjoys skiing and also likes science fiction.
“Legal expert - commercial dispute resolution”
Legal Experts UK 2012
“An assured and top-quality litigator”
Chambers UK 2012
(dispute resolution band 1)
“The 'very sensible' Stephen Goodrham”
Legal 500 2011
“Stephen Goodrham is a star in the region and is a tough defender of his clients' interests, but pragmatic when necessary”
Chambers UK 2011
Leading Individual (Band 1)
“Does a first-class job for his clients”
Chambers UK 2010
Leading individual (Band 1)
“An extremely safe pair of hands”
Chambers UK 2009
“A known face in the market”
Legal 500 2009