‘A team that demonstrates 100% commitment to securing clients’ objectives, no matter the complexity of the obstacles.’

‘Extremely dedicated team that goes the extra mile for clients.’

‘This team is a market leader in its field. It demonstrates, time and time again, its expertise, energy and can-do attitude. They just really are super-impressive – really, really good at what they do.’

‘Charlotte Pender leads the team brilliantly – she is approachable, pragmatic, and really knows her stuff.’

‘Caroline Greenwell – an impressive amount of experience and growing profile. She is entirely committed and a joy to work with.’

‘Edward Craig is a highly experienced and capable litigator. Extremely commercial and practical, and fantastic to work with.’

‘Rhys Novak is unquestionably a market-leading lawyer.

‘Lin Boutong – incredibly hard-working and talented litigator. Highly efficient team member.’

‘The team has exceptional knowledge and experience in litigation, and they are able to assemble external teams of subject matter specialists rapidly to strengthen defences.’

‘The whole team has an excellent bedside manner, and is able to navigate through extremely-painful processes while keeping clients calm and positive. They make the experience as pleasant as it is possible to be. Huge depth of knowledge and experience.’

‘Farrers has very well-recognised ability to deal with extremely high-profile cases. Extremely commercial and pragmatic.’

‘The disputes team at Farrer & Co is fantastic, and can go head to head with the absolutely top firms in very heavy disputes that are worth billions. The disputes team is small, which gives it a similar feel to working with an elite boutique rather than a part of a larger firm.’

‘The partners are absolutely top notch, as are the associates. They are also genuinely the nicest people to work with. They are very good at building a team with complementary skills and distributing responsibility within the team.’

‘Gerard Heyes – outstanding at investigating fraud and working out the relationships, the money movements, and the motivations – very good litigator too. Ben Longworth – excellent at case strategy, good decision maker and fantastic manager.’

‘Jolyon Connell – very good technically and very strategic; John Wilkinson is fantastic at running a team and has great judgement; William Charrington is a very good up and comer, and excellent at art disputes; Sally Mantell is way ahead of her seniority, hard-working and very bright; and Victoria Atkins is very thorough and really on top of her brief.’

‘Blue Elliott is a seriously-talented and tough diplomat.’

‘Excellent knowledge of all legal matters – a pragmatic approach, while always focusing on the client’s interests.’

‘Humphries Kerstetter is a top dispute resolution boutique in London. They are very available and deliver to-the-point and well-reasoned advice. It is a great pleasure to work with them.’

‘The teamwork is seamless and in unison. Very experienced group with a formidable track record. Responsive, knowledgeable and decisive. Their knowledge and personable natures give clients reassurance and confidence during complex, stressful situations.’

‘More than a match for the big firms, Humphries Kerstetter has a sophisticated grasp of international litigation. Its smaller teams mean it can focus with maximum efficiency on the client and their objectives.’

‘Toby Starr always looks for the best solution and not the best way to charge fees.’

‘Chris Louth is possibly one of the best lawyers around. Hugely knowledgeable, capable and insightful. Always available, incredibly helpful and a true support throughout the legal process. An absolute credit to the firm and himself.’

‘Kristopher Kerstetter is superb and a great team player; Joanna Pearson is a hands-on partner who gets great results through careful analysis and identification of the winning point for her clients; and James Russell is outstanding – clever, hard-working and a delight to work with.’

‘Mark Humphries. Kristopher Kerstetter and Toby Starr are all top practitioners, who provide excellent advice in an authoritative, confident and wise manner.’

‘Highly-competent, experienced and dependable lawyers. Accessible, easygoing, strategic, and commercial – a winning combination.’

‘Quick to engage and match the issue with the most suitable lawyer – their streamlined, personalised, technology-driven processes continue throughout the engagement and lead to painless processes with transparent fees.’

‘What sets this firm apart is its remarkable traits – they are swift, seasoned, open and attentive. They consistently surpass expectations with their utmost professionalism and keep clients updated via their monthly law updates.’

‘Matthew Hennessy-Gibbs takes the time to fully understand the issue in hand. He is very commercially minded and understands the realities of business.’

‘Nick Scott is a fantastic lawyer who could be at any Magic Circle firm. His strategic acumen is second to none, and he is seen as a trusted adviser of many very high-profile clients, including political parties and HNW individuals.’

‘Elaine Chan is knowledgeable super-diligent, approachable, and has excellent judgement.’

‘Chris Botsman’s commercial litigation experience is fundamental to the success of cases – excellent advice on approach.’

‘Kash Balogun’s attention to detail, skills, experience, ability to manage client expectations, and success rate are outstanding. He is patient and can accurately advise on the merits of a claim, giving the client clear insight into what may be ahead and the outcome.’

‘High-quality people with specialist experience and useful connections and resources. The team is genuinely committed to clients – nothing is too much trouble. They’re also a standout group, because while being very bright and on top of the law, they’re also very sensible and commercial.’

‘They listen, they care about clients and operate with integrity and creativity. They make the experience of going to lawyers more pleasant.’

‘The team at Kingsley Napley has an excellent reputation and is viewed as expert in its fields. Also easy to work with and with strong commercial nous. Strong across the board – no hesitation in recommending them.’

‘Sue Thackeray and Mary Young stand out. Reliable and diligent. An excellent mid-market choice.’

‘Sue Thackeray – no nonsense and happy to fight her client’s corner. Will take on a Goliath with excellent effect.’

‘Mary Young is a fraud litigator who takes no prisoners and tells it how it is; and Fiona Simpson is a standout individual. She has good commercial instincts, and the ability to see the wood for the trees.’

‘Melanie Hart is excellent. She is very knowledgeable and strong strategically. She is also very commercial in her approach. Very easy to work with and will make herself available.’

‘William Christopher is very well known in the commercial market – tough and smart, and a very successful litigator in both large litigation and more self-contained claims. An excellent lawyer.’

‘Excellent team with unparalleled experience in the Eastern European and CIS markets. PCB Byrne successfully undertakes a vast range of high-value commercial work across a variety of sectors, including the pharmaceutical, oil and gas, and property industries. They are exceptionally flexible, creative and efficient.’

‘They are a hardworking team with deep knowledge of clients’ needs, while providing efficient legal services. Consistently knowledgeable, very responsive, and open minded.’

‘Talented and experienced lawyers with good judgement and creative problem-solving skills. Strategic approach and deep understanding of legal and commercial matters – high-quality work that meets clients’ expectations.’

‘Nick Ractliff and Trevor Mascarenhas – both bright minds with excellent client-facing skills and the ability to navigate complex dispute resolution processes.’

‘Anthony Riem and Trevor Mascarenhas both distinguish themselves through a combination of expertise, strategic thinking, and international experience. They possess an in-depth understanding of asset recovery laws and regulations both domestically and internationally, enabling them to navigate complex legal landscapes adeptly.’

‘Nicola Boulton has been the leading light in this area for many years; Elizabeth Seborg has unparalleled experience of fraud litigation and is both an impressive lawyer and a brilliant team player; and Ben Davies comes with enviable experience across the entire spectrum of commercial litigation and is acting in some of the largest cases in the Commercial Court.’

‘Tom McKernan is a stellar lawyer, and Olga Bischoff is a very intelligent, very hardworking practitioner.’

‘Neil Micklethwaite is a market legend, winning endless work and gliding through difficult cases with challenging clients without breaking sweat.’

‘Penningtons Manches Cooper displays a commercial awareness that is second to none, particularly when it relates to international transactions.’

‘Penningtons provides a truly 360-degree service that considers all commercial and regulatory aspects. Strength in depth and a fantastic practice. A brilliant team.’

‘Great litigators, who are strategically astute, technically strong and commercial.’

‘Phillip D’Costa has great commercial insight, is never afraid of the fight, and is tenacious in his pursuit of success. David O’Brien is one of the cleverest litigators in the City – legally and tactically superb, he spots things missed by leading silks and is a thoroughly likeable person.’

‘Kamran Rehman possesses robust legal and analytical skills and is highly adept at devising practical commercial solutions to disputes. Alex Fox is a determined litigant who is a great lateral thinker; and David Niven is a hugely experienced litigator.’

‘Richard Marshall is well-connected throughout Europe and is able to provide appropriate commercial advice in both domestic and international contexts. Richard is excellent, with a strong commercial sense in seeking to achieve the clients’ litigation objectives; and he also has a very good understanding of US litigation and therefore of the interests and perceptions of US clients.’

‘Oliver Cooke is commercially astute and practically diligent. He provides appropriate support and advice on every occasion.’

‘Valya Georgieva is outstandingly able at organising litigation, and in her understanding of the law and complex legal issues. A top-class litigator. She is extremely knowledgeable, on top of the detail, and very dedicated to her clients.’

‘Rosenblatt’s very experienced litigation team has a strong commercial focus.’

‘This is a team that is clear and concise in its work – a team that opponents wish was their team!’

‘The Rosenblatt team has an enormous breadth and depth of knowledge and skills.’

‘The perfect litigation team, encompassing a sophisticated understanding of both law and procedure, brought to bear on a deep understanding of the underlying facts, and all leading to loyal and embedded client relationships.’

‘Simon Walton and Ian Rosenblatt are exemplary.’

‘Anthony Field leads by example, ensuring that he is all over a case from the very start to the final appeal.’

‘Tania MacLeod combines phenomenal courtroom nous with exceptional leadership skills. She brings the best out of every lawyer she works with.’

‘Elizabeth Weeks’ recent elevation to partnership could not be more deserved. Her legal skills, work ethic and integrity really do set her apart.’

‘Shoosmiths has an excellent, versatile and highly-capable commercial litigation team.’

‘The team is highly effective and delivers an excellent service to clients.’

‘Shoosmiths has very intense partner involvement throughout the litigation.’

‘Responsive, pragmatic and on-point advice that really helps clients make decisions.’

‘Bill Molloy is excellent. He is a team player and leader – very good at running a team focused on winning.’

‘Bill Molloy is an outstanding commercial litigator – thorough, tenacious, and with excellent strategic and tactical judgement.’

‘Susie Wakefield does a sterling job in managing the team, strategy and clients. Susie is very knowledgeable and an expert in her field – her input is exemplary.’

‘John Shirley-Rakhra is the standout senior associate. He is thorough and diligent in his work but also has a very good rapport with all parties.’

‘The partners provide a highly personal and efficient service. Teams tend to be small, keeping costs controlled but with exceptional partner engagement that international clients, in particular East, South and South-East Asian clients, value greatly.’

‘The team has an excellent mix of backgrounds, experience and expertise, with an emphasis on major commercial disputes. Experience in both non-contentious and disputes work give the team a fuller perspective.’

‘International experience in depth, and the firm offers a flexible approach. A number of team members are fluent in several languages, including Mandarin. This gives them an edge in international disputes.’

‘The firm uses the latest disclosure technology to search, translate and manage documents. This enables very heavy cases to be managed effectively and efficiently.’

‘Rob Fidoe is an outstanding lawyer – adept at managing complex technical disputes and with a good eye for the issues that are important in a dispute.’

‘Rob Fidoe’s easygoing manner is very popular with clients and other team members, who find him very easy to work with.’

‘Rebecca Williams is devoted to her clients and offers full and frank advice. The client’s best interests always come first.’

‘Rebecca Williams keeps an eye on all angles of cases to ensure that work is done to the highest standard and effectively.’

‘Withers is a fantastic firm with quality from top to bottom. They have a strong international presence and are very well placed to deal with commercial disputes. Strongly recommended!’

‘Knowledgeable, on top of issues, thorough, responsive, respectful, and diplomatic. Punctual and will send follow-up chasers. The team is also multilingual, and incredibly efficient at managing very difficult time differences. They also have cross-subject expertise, which is very important, and they all operate very effectively.’

‘Very effective litigators with a collaborative approach. Partners and associates work well across multiple offices. Communication is excellent, and there is real depth of knowledge and experience. ’

‘Tatiana Menshenina is a great strategist. She never loses sight of the bigger picture and is extremely knowledgeable about particular issues that can arise in connection with Russia and Ukraine-related disputes (including sanctions).’

‘A standout partner is Lesley Timms who is very competent and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Eleni Polycarpou is a fabulous strategist and incredible manager of very complicated global litigation – works very quickly in fast-moving cases.’

‘Stephen Ross is excellent. He is very experienced in fraud claims, and maintains a very calm head in challenging moments.’

‘Daniel Gore is definitely one to watch. Knowledgeable and committed, he drives cases forward. Ruzin Dagli is a commercial litigator, who is thorough and incisive and very well versed in procedure. She works all hours to get a result.’

‘CANDEY has a very hands-on approach and spends a lot of time trying to understand the situation and analysing the various options available, with strategy at the core of what they do.’

‘They are extremely responsive and very protective of their clients. They are the ideal law firm for anyone going through a dispute.’

‘They are very transparent, straightforward, analytical and detail-oriented. Great communication, good judgement and research skills.’

‘Very good advice on legal proceedings. Excellent communication and amazing perseverance.’

‘First and foremost, the overriding feeling that they are fighting clients’ corner. This is backed up by incredible attention to detail and commercial acumen – cannot imagine another firm being able to surpass the overall level of service provided.’

‘Ashkhan Candey is fearless in his approach.’

‘Ashkhan Candey is scarily good at what he does; he is a bold and innovative strategist who cares deeply about protecting his clients’ interests’.

‘Serene Allen is deserving of praise for her hard-working mentality.’

‘They have all the good things expected of a big firm and all the good things expected from a small firm.’

‘The team is hands-on and responsive. Friendly and cooperative in getting things done. They are strategic thinkers and well equipped with the latest technology to retrieve data.’

‘Fladgate is a top-drawer commercial litigation outfit that is able to handle heavy disputes and get great results.’

‘Fladgate has a large disputes team, and they have a good balance of partners and associates. A very well-regarded commercial law firm.’

‘John Evans – powerful but empathetic, good judgement. Tough but flexible, and exceptionally experienced in heavyweight litigation.’

‘Mark Buckley keeps a cool head in the furnace of a dispute, and he has a keen eye for commercial realities.’

‘Joel Seager works well with his team and is a superb solicitor – clever, responsive, and has good judgement.’

‘Tom Bolam and Nadia Osborne are both excellent litigation partners. Very responsive and commercial in their approach.’

‘Strong technical and commercially focused team that is always available to act quickly and efficiently to protect clients’ interests. Clients are always confident in their advice, as well as their strategies and tactics to both defend and pursue litigation.’

‘Super-fast response times make them a go-to firm for mid-tier commercial litigation matters, especially where there is some genuine urgency. In particular, they have huge experience in big cases and acting for big clients.’

‘Andrew Smith is one of a handful of top-class litigation partners in the UK and can handle any litigation of whatever size and complexity with ease.’

‘Samantha Holland is an encyclopedia of insurance law and has great judgement.’

‘James Sidwell is a powerful combination – he has great legal knowledge, excellent judgement, and strong analytical skills, but he is also a gifted leader and communicator. He takes time to understand his clients, but also (and this is rare) to look after his team. Exactly the person clients want in command of complex litigation.’

‘Catherine Naylor is an excellent partner – calm, knows her strengths, and happy to fight hard to win.’

‘Verity Barker is a crucial member of the team. She has complete command of the detail, is extremely disciplined, cool under pressure, determined, and exceptionally thorough. Nothing falls through the cracks when Verity is on the case.’

‘Tom Cox is an exceptional litigator. His down-to-earth and focused advice, coupled with a clear enthusiasm for the matters at hand, ooze confidence and excellent client care. One to watch.’

‘City-level service and a personable attitude. A winning combination for clients. Plain speaking and they understand the issues. This is a team with an excellent market profile and real depth of experience.’

‘Highly commercial in their approach, and effective in getting quickly to the heart of how best to resolve any dispute.’

‘Easy to follow their advice, which always contains precise and accurate observations.’

‘Andrew Wanambwa is calm and analytical. Client-centric, and with the ability to grasp complex concepts quickly.’

‘Mark Lim and Nigel Enticknap are both experienced and highly-capable litigators. They have good knowledge of the law and sound commercial instincts.’

‘Neil Parkes is incredibly knowledgeable and hard-working.’

‘Clive Greenwood is a delightful and hugely-experienced solicitor with great legal knowledge – never ruffled.’

‘Fraser Mitchell is the consummate professional – the perfect balance between commercial awareness, client handling and astuteness. He works very hard for his clients, goes the extra mile, and always delivers.’

‘I have been working for a few months with Jonathan Tickner and Emma Ruane. Both are excellent: Emma Ruane in particular got on top of the case quickly and saw a way through a signigficant limitation problem that had caused the client to switch firms at pretty much the same time as I did.’

‘Great experience and client base. The team works seamlessly together and ensures work is done at the appropriate level of seniority.’

‘The firm provides exactly the right kind of support a corporate client would seek – efficiency, technical expertise, right level of engagement, and commercial advice.’

‘The team is efficient and hard-working. The handling of multi-jurisdictional commercial disputes is always exceptional.’

‘Availability even when in different time zones; ability to summarise; and ability to create a strategy around different litigation streams. Leigh Mallon demonstrates all these traits – he has a brilliant, strategic brain that combines legal and commercial considerations in a way few lawyers can do.’

‘Jonathon Egerton-Peters is an incredibly calm, methodical and strategically-astute litigator.’

‘Jonathon Egerton-Peters has exceptional client-care skill, and is adept at ensuring that the client understands complex legal issues.’

‘Ivan Gordienko leads teams with confidence and has a comprehensive commercial understanding that allows the team always to be one step ahead. ’

‘Ivan Gordienko is a fantastic lawyer, whose contributions and out-of-the-box thinking always add value. Ivan has extensive experience and a commercial mind that ensures he has comprehensive understanding of every case.’

‘The litigation team at BDB is always responsive when clients need them. Really punch above their weight in terms of legal knowledge and quality of work.’

‘BDB Pitmans has a very strong client focus. The teams are very keen to obtain the best result for the client and their thinking is never clouded by what would be better for the firm.’

‘There is always a strong sense of pragmatism and a willingness to work within the parameters provided by the client. Always focused on achieving the optimal outcome when faced with litigation or disputes.’

‘Sinéad Lester and the team deliver a personal but pointed service.’

‘Sinéad Lester stands out in the team – friendly and personable, but focused on achieving the outcome clients are looking for.’

‘Richard Langley is an outstanding lawyer – principled, bright, effective, and a pleasure to work with. A formidable litigator.’

‘Jonathan Sachs is a tenacious litigator. He is the general driving his cases with everyone else, including silks, usually in awe of his tactical analysis.’

‘Ryan Lynch is an excellent litigator. He is a hard worker who offers a calming and reassuring presence in the heat of even the bitterest trial.’

‘Very good at the intersection of commercial and IP disputes – and a dynamic, friendly and efficient team.’

‘They offer an excellent service – good and pragmatic/commercial legal advice coupled with good client-relationship management.’

‘Anna Cook – a hugely experienced litigator in the IT and software licensing space, and behind her friendly and cooperative manner lie a fierce intellect and great strategic mind.’

‘Robert Graham – understated, hugely knowledgeable on IT and copyright matters, and incredibly effective.’

‘Mark Brown’s team has excellent knowledge – a really great service.’

‘Mark Brown is an exceptionally experienced and competent commercial litigator – clients really value his judgment and strategic approach. Really good client-communication skills.’

‘Angela Fouracre is a very good and hard-working practitioner. A strong lawyer with a keen understanding of the commercial concerns of clients, leads a team well, and has a good strategic mind.’

‘Westley Walker is a talented lawyer, an insightful strategist, and a hard worker. He adds value to every team.’

‘Burges Salmon has a proper dispute resolution team, with a wide range of expertise and strength in depth.’

‘The Burges Salmon team is full of diligent lawyers who think critically about everything that they do.’

’Clients are struck by the team’s ability to get across all of the detail in a short period of time. The team works across a range of sectors, which contributes to the team’s ability to think flexibly and view each case in a fresh way.’

‘They are diverse, with a wide range of skill sets and very results focused.’

‘Michael Ward is a very fine litigator – dedicated to his clients and a clever tactician, he brings dynamism and creativity to the resolution of clients’ disputes.’

‘Richard Binns is very modern, super-efficient and approachable. Very impressive for his depth of knowledge of cases, pragmatism and ability to bring a team together.’

‘Matthew Kaltsas-Walker is brilliant – a great technical lawyer, who is very bright, highly knowledgeable and great with clients.’

‘Chris Jackson is a seasoned, big-ticket litigator; Ian Tucker is especially insightful and hard working; and Andrew Burnette leads the dispute resolution team very well.’

‘The team is friendly and smart. A well-oiled machine undertaking an impressive range of high-quality instructions in challenging fields.’

‘Broad competence, excellent analysis, short turnover times, and willingness to go the extra mile for clients.’

‘David Greene – indefatigable, always cheerful, and a leader in his field.’

‘David Greene is extremely experienced and strategic – somewhat of a doyen of High Court group litigation.’

‘Zahira Hussain has encyclopedic knowledge of the cases she works on. Good insight into the issues that are raised.’

‘Thomas Johnson is on top of all the detail, independent of thought, and hard-working. ’

‘Fred Sheppard is a very hard worker and very reliable.’

‘Fred Sheppard is tireless, ingenious and tough.’

‘In short, they are excellent. They have extensive legal knowledge, and the ability to communicate and apply such knowledge to the issues at hand.’

‘They have a habit of recruiting associates who have trained at the very best firms. This means that they are able to provide a similar quality of service, while at the same time providing a really close and supportive relationship with the client.’

‘They are easily a match for the bigger commercial firms in heavyweight commercial litigation. They are extremely polite, personable and respond promptly. And they listen to clients and discuss/reason through the issues raised. Clients are extremely pleased with their help and service.’

‘Benedict Walton and Caroline Harbord are excellent. They each bring different strengths and perspectives to cases and how they are handled. Whilst busy, they still keep clients fully informed and make time as necessary to progress matters.’

‘Benedict Walton is an outstanding litigation partner. He rightly trusts his team with the details and focuses on providing close client support and directing the strategy. He has excellent strategic acumen. He also knows which counsel to instruct to get the best result for his clients.’

‘Andrew Head – great strategic thinking and not afraid to get really into the detail. Relaxed under pressure.’

‘Ed Richards is one of the best litigation senior associates around. He is extremely bright, has excellent judgement, and is able to produce top-quality work at speed with zero fuss. All in all, he is a dream to work with.’

‘David Young – very much a partner in waiting.’

‘This team is thoughtful, knowledgeable, calm and responsive.’

‘Excellent understanding of the practicalities of litigation on every level, from the ultimate strategic picture to the most technical, tactical details. A really excellent litigation group.’

‘They deeply understand the complexities of litigation, not just in legal terms, but the practical implications, especially in relation to cost benefits.’

‘Sandi Simons – totally devoted to her cases, the law, facts and big picture.’

‘Sandi Simons is very proactive and quick to follow up on ideas. A strong media background enables her to get to grips with novel IP scenarios.’

‘Louis Castellani is a very shrewd senior litigator and Matthew Leverton is an exceptional partner.’

‘Lizzie Williams is the best commercial litigator around. She’s wonderfully easy to work with – clear, patient and eloquent in speech and writing.’

‘Lizzie Williams and Georgina King are both very experienced practitioners, with judgement and professional profiles far ahead of their seniority.’

‘Howard Kennedy’s dispute resolution team can compete with any London practice. They are an efficient team that works well together. They use their excellence in legal technicalities to achieve strategic outcomes for clients.’

‘Very strong team for this size of firm. Great client base, very high success rate and an excellent work product. This a brilliant team that is characterised by its efficiency and creative approach to litigation.’

‘The work product is always excellent, and their lawyers are brilliant at working together as a cohesive team.’

’Duncan Bagshaw – charming and energetic personality with a keen interest in the law and also the commercial/international context of his cases.’

‘Joel Leigh – a great litigator who is very approachable and responsive. He is a calm and steady presence in any fraught litigation and a pleasure to deal with.’

‘Dominic Offord is an exceptionally capable lawyer and consistently a delight to collaborate with; and James Wingfield is ultra-commercial and has very sound judgement.’

‘Arish Bharucha is both involved and efficient: he’s a great combination of being across the detail without taking a disproportionate amount of time.’

‘Ayesha Salim is outstanding. Her attention to detail and technical legal expertise are remarkable. Clients would always prefer to have her on their side rather than opposing them.’

‘The team’s knowledge and ability to get to the heart of issues are always impressive.’

‘The K&L team works in a very collaborative fashion. They are clearly highly experienced, confident and effective in their litigation strategies.’

‘The K&L Gates’ dispute resolution team is robust and solid. It is a broad team of professionals with very diverse backgrounds and experience.’

‘John Magnin is exceptionally prudent and savvy when it comes to strategic advice.’

‘John Magnin has great judgement, both legal and commercial.’

‘John Magnin is very good with clients, straight talking, and experienced.’

‘Martin King is a star. He’s a genuinely excellent lawyer who can get to the heart of the matter, identify the relevant issues, and find a solution.’

‘A strong team, always on the hunt for the work. Keidan Harrison has an excellent commercial disputes team, featuring senior partners with a wealth of experience and backed up by hard-working associates who leave no stone unturned.’

‘Excellent team offering powerful disputes experience within a boutique firm in the London Market; and the culture of the lawyers ranging from juniors to senior partners is supportive and healthy.’

‘Luke Harrison – extraordinary energy and client-focused approach to delivery.’

‘Marc Keidan is standout, as is Kit Smith. Both are such good operators and always willing to give people time, which is hugely valuable! ’

‘Marc Keidan has created an innovative, dynamic, forward-looking enterprise that, above all, aims to achieve excellence for great value.’

‘Marc Keidan is a force of nature. Truly indefatigable. Daunted by nothing. Ready to take on the biggest and best-resourced banks. Strategic, energetic and unstoppable. A hugely seasoned litigator who offers a steady hand in any type of commercial litigation.

‘Dipti Hunter is a first-rate commercial litigator. She has incredible industry knowledge and is a force to be reckoned with. A truly stellar individual!’

‘Srishti Jain is fantastic and she has a truly international practice.’

‘LK Law is an exceptional and unique outfit. No other firm this size is capable of managing complex, international litigation so effectively.’

‘They are true experts in what they do, and delightful to deal with too. This is a brilliant team with great technical and strategic lawyers at every level of seniority. ’

‘The team at LK is bright, easy to work with, and very perceptive about what clients want.’

‘Experienced in handling large-scale, multi-jurisdictional litigation, and it is able to recruit top-class lawyers.’

‘Andrew Ford – brilliant strategist and great at leading a team to get the best outcome for the client.’

‘Caroline Phipps – very engaged, extremely clever, and delightful to work with.’

‘Caroline Phipps is an excellent partner who leads well and is always available. She has great commercial sense and manages difficult clients with grace.’

‘Amy Harvey is a real lawyers’ lawyer. She’s exceptionally smart – a diligent and hard-working lawyer who lives and breathes her cases. An absolute superstar.’

‘MWE has a first-rate commercial litigation practice that is active across a wide range of different commercial matters.’

‘Very strong understanding of the requirements for complex English High Court litigation.’

‘A highly-capable and effective practice, and never outgunned in even the most high-value, high-stakes, multi-front and multi-jurisdictional disputes. Recommended without hesitation.’

‘Very strong management skills in relation to large-scale discovery and highly-technical pleadings.’

‘Andrew Savage – hugely experienced, and unflappable in fast-moving, high-stakes situations. Excellent with clients.’

‘Jack Thorne provides extremely clear and comprehensible advice on highly-complex litigation.’

‘Jack Thorne is a standout performer. He has the impeccable judgement that is essential for top litigators and a real ability to connect with clients.’

‘Kimberley Smith is a top-level senior associate – very technically skilled, hard-working, practical, and easy to work with.’

‘All members of the team, from top to bottom, are high quality, dynamic, and engaged.’

‘Great subject matter knowledge and level of collaboration – ability to see through the issues and come up with appropriate answers.’

‘The team is professional and a pleasure to work with. Solid client service and technical knowledge.’

‘Experienced team in litigation and excellent balance of experienced and junior lawyers, which allows efficiency in terms of work delivered.’

‘Strong technical skill combined with availability.’

‘Simon Willis – absolutely superb, clever, pragmatic and a great team leader.’

‘Simon Willis – A+ for client management.’

‘Adam Rizzo is engaging and highly diligent.’

‘The team stands out because of its attention to detail, client management, and – most of all – exceptional work product.’

‘Punch above their weight. Very strong commercial litigation team.’

‘Lucas Moore – a first-rate partner, who is extremely knowledgable, on top of the detail, and great to work with.’

‘Georgina Bayley is extremely organised, straightforward, and understands clients’ commercial needs and imperatives.’

‘Dominic Crossley has a wealth of experience and Andrew Willan is extremely able.’

‘Andrew Willan is very calm and effective.’

‘Ane Vernon is highly professional, thoughtful in her advice to clients, and easy to work with.’

‘Clementine Dowley – an excellent legal director, who is on top of the facts and knotty procedural points.’

‘A very thorough and collaborative firm. They remain in constant communication with clients and go over all queries.’

‘The level of client care and attention are beyond anything the big players can offer. Go-to advisors who are highly recommended and prepared to take on difficult cases – furthermore, they are able to win them.’

‘Rudi Ramdarshan is an outstanding litigator with an excellent team ethos and a reassuringly confident approach. He remains unfazed by numerous procedural twists and turns, and is robust and thoroughly detailed in his responses to opponents.’

‘Rudi Ramdarshan and Victoria Huxley provide an excellent client-focused service and are highly knowledgeable within their areas of expertise. They know how to put together a winning team.’

‘Rudi Ramdarshan and Katinka Beamish are always available, offering advice and explaining legal terms that are not clear.’

‘Rudi Ramdarshan and Katinka Beamish are helpful, professional and patient.’

‘David Burns is not only exceptional in his technical and advisory skills, but also personable and a pleasure to work with. He can see when emotion blurs an issue for his clients and communicates this in a compassionate and down-to-earth way, not bamboozling clients with jargon – no hesitation in recommending his services.’

‘Jonathan Chan is exceptionally talented, fights hard, and is one of the best when it comes to complex commercial litigation. Efficient in identifying issues, transparent when it comes to advice, and excellent at executing strategic decisions.’

‘Very good availability, very high levels of responsiveness, strongly committed to its cases, and very friendly and likeable.’

‘A good tight team of enthusiastic and effective lawyers.’

‘The team are proactive in keeping clients abreast of all developments in cases.’

‘They are tenacious in tracking down information from a variety of sources and are not put off by the tardiness of third parties or the misleading actions of counterparties. The quality and turnaround of response letters are excellent.’

‘Rosling King punches above its weight, attracting excellent work from large funders due to its experienced team and excellent client service. The women-led partner team is unusual in the sector and they make a real effort to be inclusive when instructing counsel too.’

‘The litigation team is a nimble, dynamic, female-led group of fantastic partners and associates who drive the client’s case forward. The team has the experience to provide strategic oversight and direction in a case, but also the ability to get into the detail of complicated factual cases where necessary.’

‘Hannah Sharp is excellent – clever, careful, incisive, and a good team leader who inspires confidence in her clients.’

‘Lauren Pardoe is a phenomenally bright partner whose personable charm belies an excellent grasp of legal and commercial issues. She has a supportive attitude and simultaneously drives forward litigation even in high-pressure situations.’

‘Always readily available for calls, meetings and advice. Russell-Cooke has real strength in depth. They provide commercial and practical advice promptly and efficiently. They can be trusted to handle substantial commercial disputes.’

‘Russell-Cooke bring excellent judgement and strategy to mid-sized commercial litigation. They can be trusted to adopt a reasonable approach in correspondence, which invariably plays well with judges.’

‘John Gould – an exceptionally wise and talented lawyer with an encyclopedic knowledge of law and practice.’

‘Elliot Elsey is a fantastic partner. He is commercially astute and effective.’

‘Michael Stacey is an incredibly astute, diligent lawyer – recommended to anyone.’

‘Mark Fletcher has impeccable commercial judgement and strategic nous, and Ed Patton is a consummate professional.’

‘Joshua Mitchell is a great senior associate. He’s very bright and very organised.’

‘Emily Joss is a rising star and punches well above her seniority. She is very responsive and all over the detail. A great addition to any team and a pleasure to work with.’

‘They are compact and agile but with Magic Circle ability.’

‘They are 100% driven to fighting the client’s corner. Very committed and focused team.’

‘Always contactable 24/7 and they have real commercial expertise – easily as good as any of the big City firms.’

‘Dan Dodman. Tough inspiring team leader who is also hands on, and commercially and legally astute.’

‘Dan Dodman is a great strategist and negotiator.’

‘Dan Dodman – experienced and dynamic, and with strong instincts as to how litigation should be run.’

‘Ellie Spencer – simply superb. No stone is ever left unturned, and she has and deploys excellent legal knowledge.’

‘Ellie Spencer – very able and committed. Has a strong future.’

‘The commercial litigation team provides an outstanding service across a range of disputes.’

‘They are commercial, practical and proactive in their progression of litigated matters.’

‘Trowers possesses in-depth knowledge of the types of disputes that arise and the issues to look out for when preparing for litigation. They are certainly trustworthy and always reachable.’

‘Lucy James is always available, gives sound and sensible advice, and looks after clients’ needs, making them feel like highly-valued clients.’

‘Alex Burton is incredibly easy to work with and very accessible. A brilliant lawyer and team leader – unparalleled reputation in the UAE.’

‘What sets Alex Burton apart are his understanding and respect for local legal traditions and practices.’

‘Michael Rhode is a brilliant lawyer and team player.’

‘Alexander Emmott is a rising star with a meticulous grasp of detail – strong draftsperson.’

‘The team at Wallace packs a punch. They are excellent lawyers from top to bottom, and they deliver fantastic results in even the most challenging of cases.’

‘The team is very logical – gets up to speed quickly on a case, and it is responsive and helpful.’

‘They are flexible, fast in their work, understanding, and compelling. Excellent team of commercial litigators.’

‘Alexander Weinberg is a careful and conscientious partner – a creative thinker who leaves no stone unturned in the strategic pursuit of his client’s interests.’

‘Oli Goldman is a class act. Oli has a first-rate legal mind, combined with impeccable judgement that allows him to spot the winning points that no one else does. He knows what will work, and what won’t. He always has an excellent grasp of the facts of a case, while never losing sight of the bigger picture and the best way to win.’

‘Oli Goldman and Elizabeth Asher are highly-experienced and commercially-savvy litigators.’

‘Josephine Matthew is very diligent, and always on top of the detail and considering new angles.’

‘Philip Blyghton is smart, sensible and unfailingly pleasant. He is technically excellent and extremely able – great for any case.’

‘The team is exceptional with a very high level of input and client care.’

‘They are very collaborative and think through every part of the process, strategising at every stage and encouraging discussion, dialogue and debate, so that tactical decisions are throughly thought through from every angle.’

‘Beyond its UK expertise, Ashfords has very good knowledge of cross-border matters, and demonstrates a pragmatic approach to dealing with such cases with a view to protecting the interests of clients.’

‘Ashfords is an effective team that knows the law well, and knows how to run an effective case in today’s litigation scene.’

‘James Crighton gives efficient and pragmatic advice.’

‘James Crighton is very bright, hard-working, and absolutely dedicated to his clients. He provides an exceptional level of client care.’

‘Ceris Fuller is a strong junior associate with a real eye for detail. She picks up on the points that win cases.’

‘Ceris Fuller is very knowledgeable, professional and calm in her approach, and ensures clients are aware of every eventuality.’

‘Astraea Group is a leading commercial boutique for arbitration award enforcement, cryptocurrency, civil fraud, and asset recovery disputes.’

‘The firm is going from strength to strength.’

‘An efficient, dedicated team that is always in contact with clients. The Astraea’s team is interchangeable, so clients can count on every team member.’

‘It is expanding steadily both at partner and associate level. The service is very personal and benefits from the combined decades of experience of disputes partners James Ramsden KC and Robert Bedford (and their teams).’

‘James Ramsden KC is a star individual. He has longstanding experience as a barrister and is an adept strategist and advocate.’

‘James Ramsden KC is comfortable as leading counsel on the most complex disputes.’

‘Robert Bedford is an excellent coordinator and strategist for complex multi-jurisdictional disputes.’

‘Joe Young does a tremendous job. Clients are very thankful to him for working round the clock some days. Great integrity and honesty.’

‘Blake Morgan can run very effective litigation, and they do it efficiently. An excellent firm with an exceptional commercial dispute resolution practice.’

‘Blake Morgan’s lawyers are enthusiastic, diligent and outcome driven, providing the highest quality of service in every case.’

‘With extensive level of expertise in all aspects of commercial disputes, Blake Morgan is a go-to firm that always delivers outstanding results, no matter how challenging or complex the legal dispute.’

‘Justin Weare is a standout partner because he is user friendly and committed to achieving good results for the client. When it comes to commercial litigation, Justin is simply as good as it gets.’

‘Justin Weare is meticulous, detail oriented, and always one step ahead of his opposing number. Offering the highest level of client care, Justin consistently provides clear and simple advice, and delivers excellent results. A bona fide superstar.’

‘Sarah Rees is incisive and clear with her legal and strategic advice, technically excellent and commercially savvy.’

‘Alex Shirtcliff is an amazing practitioner who always offers clients every possible solution and provides the most comprehensive advice possible.’ 

‘Conor Daly is extremely intelligent, highly responsive and commercial’.

‘The firm punches way above its weight. It is able to take on the big beasts, despite being relatively small.’

‘A super-dedicated team that is a pleasure to work with. Very highly recommended.’

‘Charles Fussell is a very experienced and canny litigator, who never loses sight of the big picture.’

‘Charles Fussell is an excellent litigator. Experienced, savvy, commercial and realistic. He can cover every aspect of the job. While he may be within a small firm, he is the equal of any of the other litigators in the London market.’

‘Charles Fussell is a go-to solicitor in London for contentious matters – the reviews are always glowing.’

‘Simon Winter is very good. Realistic, pragmatic, and on top of his cases.’

‘Elizabeth Stoppelmoor is an absolute powerhouse. She gets through a phenomenal volume of work, is all over the detail of her cases, and provides an excellent and personalised service.’

‘The team understands clients’ business. Direct contact with the partner makes the difference.’

‘Collyer Bristow is a very good firm; its relatively smaller size means that clients benefit from attentive and committed service.’

‘They can handle a broad range of cases economically.’

‘Stephen Rosen and Robin Henry are very pragmatic, empathetic and hands-on.’

‘Stephen Rosen and Robin Henry understand clients’ business. They read the game very well and know to negotiate real solutions.’

‘Stephen Rosen is a very experienced litigation partner, particularly in disputes in the financial services sector. He is also very pleasant to deal with, and other law firms are very comfortable referring clients to him and his firm in the event of conflicts.’

‘Stephen Rosen is experienced, intelligent, and works very hard to achieve the best results for his clients. He is a dedicated and reliable professional, and refreshingly does not have a huge ego.’

‘Stephen Rosen is an experienced litigator with a strong network internationally, which helps him to deliver for his clients.’

‘Clients are impressed by Dorsey’s efficient and effective approach to running cases – close awareness of clients’ aims, and a practical and strategic approach to securing them.’

‘They work in smaller teams, which means matters are handled far more efficiently and collaboration with barristers is much easier. Despite being a smaller team, they are able to handle highly complex matters with high stakes very well, and with clear strategies.’

‘Aymen Khoury is very pleasant to work with, and he combines legal acumen with sound commercial judgement. He is a strong communicator, has good instincts, and gives clients very good strategic advice so as to resolve the dispute.’

‘Aymen Khoury is bright, diligent, and relentless in pursuit of the best possible outcomes for his clients.’

‘Aymen Khoury is an excellent tactician and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Matthew Blower is highly responsive and provides clear and practical strategic advice.’

‘Joseph Lewin is very responsive, and always willing to get involved and to go the extra mile where required.’

‘Shamilee Arora is extremely efficient and really great to work with.’

‘Freeth’s legal team excels in delivering client-focused legal solutions that stand out for their strategic insights and unparalleled expertise. Excellent first-rate service.’

‘Their commitment to innovation shines through their use of cutting-edge legal technology, providing clients with transparent services.’

‘The team’s collaborative approach, combined with a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion, positions them as a leader in the market.’

‘Compared to other firms, their deep sector knowledge and proactive client engagement make them a preferred choice for complex legal matters.’

‘Paul Kinninmont is an exceptional legal professional whose strategic thinking and client-centric approach sets him apart from competitors.’

‘Paul Kinninmont’s ability to anticipate client needs and offer innovative solutions makes him invaluable advisor.’

‘Paul Kinninmont consistently demonstrates a remarkable attention to detail and a profound understanding of the law, delivering results that exceed expectations.’

‘Paul Kinninmont’s collaborative spirit and responsiveness make working with him a seamless experience. Clients particularly value his integrity, creativity, and commitment to delivering the highest quality of service.’

‘The team at Marriott Harrison is extremely knowledgeable. The support received is exceptional. Proven to be highly-skilled and experienced professionals.’

‘Clients have full confidence in Marriott Harrison’s ability to manage cases. Their deep expertise enables clients to stay focused on the task at hand – they know they are in competent and capable hands.’

‘Tamar Halevy has outstanding qualities – not only the ideal person to handle disputes, but she also manages to assemble the perfect winning team. Her exceptional expertise and commitment leave a lasting impression on clients.’

‘Tamar Halevy handles even the most intricate situations with grace, communicating with the opposing party assertively and precisely. Under her leadership, cases are meticulously managed.’

‘Tamar Halevy’s work is consistently outstanding, reflecting her high standards and excellence in the field.’

‘Despina Devons provides an exceptional service.’

‘Simon de Broise has a real knack for understanding the client’s aims and objectives, and finds creative ways to meet them. A reassuring and experienced presence on any team.’

‘Joseph Tendler is clearly destined to be a partner. He always provides invaluable energy and insight to every case he works on and is a delight to deal with.’

‘The team is very impressive and provides an excellent service to the firm’s international client base.’

‘The litigation team is extremely knowledgeable and practical when it comes to cases.’

‘Their strength lies in the very personal, bespoke, tailored service they offer across multiple practice areas within the broad umbrella of commercial litigation.’

‘Simon Hems is fantastic. Simon understands the industry and is very pragmatic with his strategy.’

‘Simon Hems understands clients’ goals and challenges and is available at any time.’

‘Simon Hems and the McGuireWoods team are among the very best of litigators in the UK! Clients achieve success under their counsel!’

‘Chloe Steele is outstanding.’

‘Chloe Steele is seriously impressive. Her work is always delivered promptly and goes right to the heart of the issues, often identifying the central point of the case.’

‘Outstandingly good at delivering tailored assistance in cases requiring additional lawyering, without trying to take over the case or the client.’

‘The team has unique capabilities and knowledge in the crypto sphere. Capable of running the largest and most complex multi-jurisdictional cases.’

‘Oliver Cain’s common sense, commercial awareness, tactical thinking and attention to detail combine to create a standout practitioner in his field.’

‘Oliver Cain is extremely hard-working and detail oriented.’

‘Oliver Cain is an experienced and canny disputes lawyer, with a keen eye for the procedural pothole and an excellent sense of the shape and needs of the case.’

‘Exceptional service and attention to litigation in very complex areas.’

‘Outstanding levels of professionalism provided by the S&B team.’

‘A strong, collegiate team that works efficiently on commercial litigation.’

‘What makes S&B unique is that they operate in partnership with clients – it feels like having an in-house legal team.’

‘Good strength across the associates and partners – uses associates and counsel well. Friendly, open and forward-thinking firm.’

‘Catherine Penny – what makes her stand out is her high level of preparation, commitment and out-of-the box thinking, which is crucial for this area.’

‘Sarah Murray and James Evison are a strong team, and very engaging and forward-thinking.’

‘Lorna Sleave works efficiently, and is personable, motivated and organised.’

‘Super-smart and always across all the detail – a team that works well together.’

‘Strong dedication to cases, no stone is left unturned, and they go the extra mile.’

‘Deep research and verification of the facts/evidence, and a very personal approach.’

‘A very diverse team that speaks multiple languages – an amazing team.’

‘A very boutique, individual approach to clients and cases. Velitor is not afraid of the complexity of cases involving multiple jurisdictions.’

‘Velitor is composed of highly experienced professionals in their field of practice. It definitely has its niche in the legal market with its customised approach to cases and assignment of the right members of the team to cases.’

‘Chris Lillywhite has an extraordinary mind and is able to assimilate and recall detail with formidable speed and accuracy.’

‘Seamus Andrew is hands on. A very personal approach, very meticulous, very rational, and very thoughtful – sees the big picture and a great strategist.’

‘The Cohen & Gresser team is one of the most impressive around.’

‘Achieves victories that clients can usually only dream about.’

‘The team is unwaveringly committed and responsive throughout cases, working long hours for months on end without losing any enthusiasm or vigour.’

‘Unlimited hard work, extraordinary tactical and strategic nous.’

‘No stone left unturned – and all done by people with the utmost charm and positivity – the epitome of can-do.’

‘The CG team is deep, wide and very skilled. They can deploy huge resources to work on a case, and bring massive and long-term experience to bear.’

‘Thomas Shortland is a sensationally good lawyer and commercial litigator.’

‘Thomas Shortland is responsible and straightforward with his clients, and advises them to the highest level as to the strategy – he then ensures that it is implemented to guarantee the best result.’

‘The best lawyer team out there. Attention to detail, client care and delivery that are faultless.’

‘Greenwoods’ commercial litigation team have moved on from being talented new entrants to becoming established contenders in the mid-market commercial litigation field.’

‘They are never afraid to pursue radical and innovative approaches that can bring success for their clients.’

‘They and their clients have benefitted from Greenwoods’ close and intelligent working relationship with legal funders, an area in which the commercial litigation team has invested much time and effort.’

‘Russell Strong is a fantastic lawyer with great empathy for clients. Clients can’t recommend him highly enough!’

‘Russell Strong’s leadership and vision contribute much to the success of the commercial litigation team.’

‘Euan Palmer stands out for his impressive intellectual grasp of complex issues in international cases.’

‘Clients recommend Sara Roden for her breadth of legal knowledge and impressive work ethic.’ 

‘A boutique firm that provides a very personal client/counsel relationship.’

‘iLaw has a really good mix of skills and clients like their refreshing approach.’

‘The team is the most responsive, flexible and knowledgeable some clients have ever worked with.’

‘Their unique understand of the needs of start-up/scale-up businesses allows them to offer a tailored and personal service.’

‘Mark Culbert is responsive and provides commercially sensible advice. He astutely identifies the legal issues and provides clear recommendations.’

‘Mark Culbert and Jenny Lau are both very good at client management, and able to identify beneficial strategies for clients.’

‘Jenny Lau – clients really like working with Jenny. She is a go-to disputes person. Very analytical and practical. Will always go out of her way to help.’

‘Clients love Tom Clark, who is extremely commercial and always attuned to his client’s needs. He has a very strong commercial litigation practice and a growing profile in the sector.’

‘Very knowledgeable and they provide first-class advice.’

‘An efficient and very commercially minded team.’

‘Michelmores LLP has strength in depth, with professionals who are available to assist in all areas of UK and international law.’

‘They are responsive, attentive and transparent.’

‘Jonathan Kitchin is both astute and tactically aware. The combination proves most effective.’

‘Jonathan Kitchin works tenaciously to achieve the desired result.’

‘Marie-Louise King and Daniel Lampard take ownership of the problems that clients face and present various solutions swiftly.’

‘Peter Sigler – it is hard to find greater experience and strategic nous.’

‘Excellent client care – on top of the law, strategically astute, and perfectly suited for individual litigants or SMEs.’

‘Seddons are well respected and often punch well above their weight in the market.’

‘The team offers an experienced and user-friendly Privy Council agency service.’

‘A Magic Circle service for mid-market (and top-end) clients in a wide variety of business disputes involving some of the most complex legal issues. The team is capable and undaunted.’

‘Christian Smith is an outstanding litigator. He works tirelessly for his clients and has a natural ability to secure good results. His analytical skills, combined with an intuitive commercial approach, make him a great lawyer.’

‘Christian Smith is across the detail; at the same time, he is alive to bigger-picture points (commercial alternatives to litigation and desirability of settlement).’

‘Steffan Taylor is a superb associate (one of the best some clients have worked with). Super-efficient, excellent legal brain and winning client manner.’

‘Steffan Taylor is conscientious and contributes good ideas and strategic thinking.’

‘Sneha Nainwal – extremely capable and highly-valued member of the firm, with particularly useful expertise on the burgeoning Indian legal market.’

‘Nimble, direct and responsive.’

‘Composed of strong individuals who work well with clients.‘

’The team is friendly, client focused, and outcome driven.’

‘Uniquely, junior associates are given much more responsibility than at other firms. This reflects the less hierarchical nature of the firm and the quality of the associates they employ.’

‘Antony Perlmutter – canny, direct and an exceptional litigation lawyer. A super professional.’

‘Antony Perlmutter – a litigator who plays hardball but is not afraid to compromise. His style of litigation reflects his inherent pragmatism.’

‘Stephen Shotnes is a highly skilled and experienced lead solicitor, who demonstrates a strong balance of legal procedure, knowledge and pragmatism in commercial litigation.’

‘Rob Coleridge is a considerate and very competent practitioner. Clients value his input and integrity.’

‘The commercial team at Wiggin is highly experienced, efficient and effective.’

‘They manage cases brilliantly at every stage.’

‘Absolutely reliable in every way. They are on top of everything – big picture, detail, everything.’

‘The team is very responsive and friendly, and coordinated very well by Mark Deem. They are efficient and with great attention to detail – very impressive indeed.’

‘Mark Deem builds really strong relationships with clients – he has a very user-friendly manner and clients feel he is one of them.’

‘Matthew Dando is experienced and unflappable.’

‘Gaelyn Fuhrmann offers excellent drafting and great client management.’

‘Elizabeth Wiggin is highly efficient and reliable.’

‘Zaiwalla & Co continue to build on their reputation as the firm to go to for innovative and paradigm-shifting solutions to the most complex legal issues.’

‘Zaiwalla & Co is a premium disputes firm, specialising in complex international cases. Through a combination of a small team with excellent market knowledge, they are able to offer top services.’

‘They successfully combine being resolute fighters for their clients’ interests with pragmatic realism.’

‘Leigh Crestohl’s leadership and commercial nous are second to none.’

‘Leigh Crestohl is a great asset and regularly thinks up clever and persuasive arguments on behalf of his clients.’

‘Sarosh Zaiwalla remains at the top of his game as one of the leading disputes solicitors in London.’

‘Sarosh Zaiwalla brings ingenuity, commitment and an extraordinary breadth of experience to every matter.’

‘Sarosh Zaiwalla is highly trusted by clients and has conducted some of the most important litigation in multiple fields over the decades.’

‘Branch Austin McCormick has a deep bench of efficient and effective lawyers, allowing it to deliver a great service to clients. They take a very sophisticated approach to resolving problems, particularly for HNW individuals.’

‘The team members collaborate very well together, such that the client does not need to be concerned with who is doing what; the client can rest assured that the team is handling matters and will deliver what is needed. Billing is efficient and fairly handled.’

‘Eugene Matveichuk is pragmatic and realistic, and handles difficult litigation situations calmly and authoritatively.’

‘Eugene Matveichuk is experienced and hands on, and gets on with finding solutions for particular problems. He is not afraid of a fight but knows when to seek a compromise.’

‘Joseph McCormick is 100% invested in cases and truly cares as much as they do. It seemingly doesn’t matter what time of day or day of the week they contact him, they always seem to receive a response within minutes.’

‘Joseph McCormick is a star. He really knows his stuff. Very knowledgable but also creative – a firm grasp of detail, while also constantly considering the wider strategic picture. A lawyer clients want in their corner, not the opponent’s.’

‘Joseph McCormick and Tatyana Talyanskaya provide a tailored, high-end boutique service to clients in difficult situations.’

‘Tatyana Talyanskaya and Joseph McCormick make a great double act. Assiduous and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Their loyalty to clients, without losing objectivity or ethical independence, is truly exceptional.’

‘The firm has a good work and team ethic. It is capable of handling large high-profile cases (as well as mid-sized disputes).’

‘Very strong, great experience and a common-sense approach.’

‘Philip Barden is the key figure in the firm. He has a wealth of experience in commercial litigation and is unflappable.’

‘Philip Barden is one of the most outstanding lawyers around.’

‘Philip Barden is great at tactics and has a good feel for the strength and weakness in a case. He is also very good in getting cases settled on the right terms. Very practical.’

‘Philip Barden is very experienced, has excellent judgement, and really looks after his clients.’

‘Pauline Lépissier is very sensitive to the needs of clients and extremely hard- working. She is on top of the detail in a manner that puts her client in the best position.’

‘Deep knowledge of litigation and advising on strategy.’

‘Clients are more than impressed with the total professionalism of Hill Dickinson and have no hesitation in recommending them to others.’

‘Raj Pabla is a superb tactician, who is always thinking a number of steps ahead of the opposition.’

‘Amanda Burge is an excellent legal partner in whom clients trust greatly.’

‘Amanda Burge is an excellent partner in the commercial disputes department. She is knowledgeable, thorough, dedicated, and can be relied on to do what she says she will do.’

‘Amanda Burge really cares about her clients – clients trust her implicitly to do what is right for them.’

‘Amanda Burge brings a wealth of experience to any dispute, with significant commercial and practical good sense.’

‘Sarah Emerson is a great hire for Hill Dickinson. She is a calm hand on the tiller in a crisis, and fantastic at client management.’

‘Knowledgeable and personable team that bonds well with the client and takes time to understand the commercial concerns and culture of the client.’

‘Approachable and commercial with a straightforward, yet tactical, approach to litigation.’

‘The team are fabulous to work with.’

‘They have the appropriate knowledge and expertise to guide clients through extremely complex situations – definitely recommended.’

‘Provides an excellent service which marries diligence, intelligence and commercial sense to deliver a quality product for their clients.’

‘Eric France and Sarah Jacobs, and their wider team, are excellent, responsive, and provide professional and accurate advice.’

‘Eric France and Sarah Jacobs are highly recommended for any litigation needs.’

‘Clients are consistently impressed with the Mills & Reeve team, particularly Mark Davison, Sarah Jacobs and Jonathan Christy.’

‘Preiskel has a friendly team that cares about their respective subjects and their clients. Excellent service.’

‘The team is flexible when accommodating the expectations of foreign clients in cross-border disputes, and is willing to go the extra mile to explain English positions that are unfamiliar to foreign lay clients.’

‘The team is very strong in its handling of pre-litigation matters, achieving excellent results for clients in a swift and efficient manner.’

‘Robert Dougans, as head of the practice, leads the way in a strong and capable manner, providing clients with the understanding that their matter is dealt with in a manner that aims to get the results they need.’

‘Robert Dougans is an experienced partner and able solicitor, who has decades of experience in civil fraud, banking and finance and defamation disputes. He continuously attracts excellent work.’

‘Robert Dougans is the bedrock of the practice.’

‘The disputes practice at Preiskel & Co LLP is headed by Robert Dougans, an experienced partner. Robert is an able solicitor who has decades of experience in civil fraud, banking & finance and defamation disputes. He continuously attracts excellent work.’

‘Robert Dougans thinks out of the box to put good teams together. Robert is also one of the few solicitors in England who has a genuinely in-depth knowledge about crypto disputes.’

‘The high level of communication and the advice received are first class.’

‘The way in which costs are presented, both in advance and when invoiced, make them very easy to understand and process accordingly.’

‘Immediate knowledge and understanding of cases. The advice given is extremely helpful.’

‘A small and focused team where the client is not lost within a larger team, and where the work is handled by experienced and senior individuals.’

‘Outstanding value for money and they have the expertise to go head to head with the very biggest firms.’

‘Mark Summerfield is a safe pair of hands. Pragmatic and cool as a cucumber, even when under pressure. His instincts (based upon his vast experience) are always right.’

‘Mark Summerfield is an experienced litigation partner who attends to the mandate himself, and is readily contactable and available.’

‘Mark Summerfield is an outstanding commercial litigator with a great sense of how to get the client the outcome it wants.’

‘They are sensible, agile, and approachable.’

‘Clients’ time with Teacher Stern is always first-class.’

‘Teacher Stern are an excellent choice for mid-market commercial work.’

‘They have some very experienced litigators who have great client rapport.’

’Rohit Ralleigh is a very good solicitor. He is switched on, clever, responsive, and has a nice touch with clients, who respect the advice and support he gives. He writes straightforward and clear letters, which is a real skill that should not be underrated.’

‘Rohit Ralleigh has a strong and broad understanding of commercial litigation and good tactical instincts.’

‘Rohit Ralleigh has an excellent ability to understand clients and pursue their real objectives.’

‘Rohit Ralleigh is an experienced and skilled operator who shows great commitment to clients.’

‘Weightmans’ expertise, representation, and knowledge of clients’ industry and their issues are equal to, and in many ways superior, to having in-house solicitors.’

‘Handles, with real skill and ability, not just the narrow aspects of the particular commercial dispute in question, but also, thanks to its strength and depth, matters arising in that context that need the expertise of other disciplines.’

‘Under Andrew Cromby’s leadership, clients’ experience of the Weightmans London Office is that it has real strength and depth of talent.’

‘Andrew Cromby has a wealth of experience from over 30 years of litigation practice, and an excellent and thoroughly well-deserved reputation.’

‘Andrew Cromby has excellent judgement. He has gravitas and great maturity borne of experience. He is both appropriately principled and commercial in his outlook. He knows when to go on the attack and when to compromise. He gives clients confidence.’

‘David Bowman is a talented and tenacious lawyer, who has a real eye for injustice and obtaining redress for his clients.’

‘David Bowman is exactly the kind of lawyer clients need to fight a large institution or, equally, to defend an unmeritorious claim.’

‘Susanna Heley is an outstanding advocate.’