George Crofton-Martin

Partner & Head of Dispute Resolution

George has an inexhaustible work ethic, nothing is too much trouble. He rolls his sleeves up, gets stuck into every detail and has always been a team player. He possesses that rare combination of knowing his legal craft while understanding the big-picture commercial objectives of his clients.

Chambers UK 2023 - George Crofton-Martin

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Career

George Crofton-Martin is a Partner and became Head of Dispute Resolution in 2021.

George joined Furley Page in 2005. He graduated from the University of Kent with a degree in Politics, Government and Law and then completed the Post Graduate Diploma in Law at City University and the Legal Practice Course at the College of Law in London, attaining a distinction in each of these.

He provides comprehensive, practical advice in straightforward language. A strong commercial focus, coupled with his pro-active legal approach, means George is able to explore, quickly and cost effectively, the available options to secure the best practical solution without necessarily having recourse to litigation.

George advises across a wide range of commercial disputes in all levels of the English Courts.

In Europe he has represented a client at the European Court of First instance in Luxembourg.

During the course of his work on Health & Safety and Regulatory matters George has represented a number of clients in both Magistrates’ and Crown Courts; as well as in Public Inquires and at Tribunal.

George is recognised for his legal expertise by The Legal 500 and Chambers UK.

Accreditations

Memberships

Member of Health and Safety Lawyers’ Association

Testimonials for George

Chambers UK 2024 – George Crofton-Martin, Band 3 - October 2023
George Crofton-Martin is recognised by Chambers UK for his legal expertise in Dispute Resolution and is ranked Band 3.
Chambers UK 2024 Litigation – The South Band 3 - October 2023
George Crofton-Martin offers expertise in contractual and transactional disputes. He represents a range of clients including those in the construction, education and charity sectors.
Chambers UK 2023 – George Crofton-Martin - November 2022
George has an inexhaustible work ethic, nothing is too much trouble. He rolls his sleeves up, gets stuck into every detail and has always been a team player. He possesses that rare combination of knowing his legal craft while understanding the big-picture commercial objectives of his clients.
Chambers UK 2023 – George Crofton-Martin feedback - November 2022
George is dedicated, he prepares well for trial and he also thinks about strategy and delivering outcomes.
Chambers UK 2022 – George Crofton-Martin
George Crofton-Martin adopts a strategic, commercial approach from the outset and is a very astute tactician. He is creative, reliable, responsive and totally unflappable.
The Legal 500 2022 – George Crofton-Martin feedback
George Crofton-Martin is ridiculously intelligent and can translate legal jargon into plain English real word examples like no one else I’ve met. I would seek him out first time, every time.
The Legal 500 2022 – George Crofton-Martin
George Crofton-Martin is a tenacious litigator who is always striving to ensure that his client’s interests are protected. At the same time, he has brilliant judgement on when to accept compromises. The quality of his correspondence is high, and he very effectively marshals a team of witnesses in complex litigation to ensure that deadlines are met. He is effective at thinking outside the box and achieving strategic solutions.
Chambers UK 2021 – George Crofton-Martin
George Crofton-Martin has experience in a range of commercial litigation matters, including contractual, construction and professional negligence disputes. ... he is excellent in court and at preparing and winning complex arguments.
The Legal 500 2021 – George Crofton-Martin
George Crofton-Martin is a fantastic litigator, combining brilliant client management skills with a never-say-die attitude to the most difficult contentious work – totally committed to achieving the best outcome for his clients.
The Legal 500 2021 – Commercial litigation & Dispute resolution team
I am very happy with the team. The response was rapid, professional and expert. The administrative support was excellent and they handled the communications such that key messages were passed on efficiently. I think my case was very complex, but the lawyer assigned quickly came to an understanding and found a good mutually agreeable solution. In summary, during a very stressful time for me, the Furley Page team were excellent and I’m very grateful.
The Legal 500 2021 – Commercial litigation
Brilliant customer service and they really care about the client. In my case I felt that they really cared about me and wanted justice to win out in the end, which ultimately it did.
The Legal 500 2021 – Commercial litigation feedback
First class litigation service in the most demanding commercial disputes.
Chambers UK 2020 : George Crofton-Martin
George Crofton-Martin handles complex construction disputes as well as those relating to the pharmaceutical, IT and TMT sectors. Clients say: "He provides excellent knowledge and advice throughout, and is very approachable and personable.

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