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Clyde & Co’s client base includes IATA and Total Gas & Power. Chris Burdett ‘gets a handle on commercial aspects of disputes very efficiently’, and primarily acts for large organisations. Also recommended is David Bennet, who has significant litigation experience, as well as particular expertise in cross-border arbitration. The firm is currently handling a high-profile IT case for Ericsson.

Charles Russell LLP provides ‘a level of service expected of top City litigation practices’, and fields a team that has ‘outstanding intellect, tactical acumen and commercial sense’. In 2010, it secured first instructions from ITN and ITV. Practice head Duncan Elson ‘commands immediate respect from clients and opponents alike’.

Peter Ashford heads the disputes team at Cripps Harries Hall LLP, which specialises in complex commercial litigation. The ‘pragmatic and no-nonsense’ Peter Garry handles partnership and LLP disputes, and Ed Weeks advises on shareholder disputes.

The ‘very approachable and helpful’ team at DMH Stallard LLP is led by Simon Elcock, who has a ‘commercial and pragmatic approach’. Key clients include The London Borough of Croydon. James Colvin is also recommended.

Stevens & Bolton LLP acts for both domestic and international clients, and provides advice that is ‘second to none’. Practice head Richard King specialises in shareholder and corporate disputes, particularly those with overseas dimensions. Michael Frisby has a ‘great ability to see beyond the immediate issues’. Clients include Kia Motors UK and G4S.

Thomas Eggar LLP’s ‘highly responsive and well-resourced’ commercial litigation group has a strong focus on cross-border disputes. Victoria Brackett ‘really looks after her clients’, and has extensive trial experience in the High Court and the Court of Appeal. Clients include SportsDirect and Clydesdale Bank.

asb law LLP has a growing contentious aviation practice, attracting new instructions from the likes of Air Partner and Aercap. Richard Mumford heads up the disputes group and is experienced in the areas of multi-jurisdictional fraud, bribery and corruption.

The ‘level-headed and consistent’ Stuart Evans recently took over as head of disputes at Rawlison Butler LLP; he has particular expertise in cross-border litigation, notably matters involving US law and jurisdiction. Highlights for 2010 included several contractual and IP disputes.

Thomson Snell & Passmore delivers a ‘high level of service and expertise’, and reports an increase in overseas instructions. Practice head Kamal Aggarwal and senior associate Julie Gabay are recommended.

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