Sophie Law > Ashurst > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Composed of ‘outstanding litigators’, Ashurst’s broad financial services disputes practice spans derivatives disputes, contractual and mis-selling claims, breach of confidence, and banking disputes. It is also active in consumer class actions and regularly handles litigation on a multi-jurisdictional basis. Nathan Willmott heads the contentious financial services group, while Tom Connor co-leads the disputes team, playing a key role in wealth management disputes. Lynn Dunne enjoys a successful track record representing financial institutions in litigation and Philip Linton brings to the team particular expertise in global markets close-outs since he joined in May 2023. James Levy leads on Quincecare and fraud claims, and Ruby Hamid is another name to note. Sophie Law boasts an active financial crime practice and Louise Youngman is experienced in unfair prejudice claims, as well as contentious restructuring and insolvency matters.

Group litigation remains a key focus for Ashurst; the team is a leading practice in the defence of companies in large-scale class actions related to their supply chains. The firm notes a continued increase in ESG litigation, as well as contentious matters related to crypto and digital assets. Jon Gale leads the firm’s dispute resolution practice, boasting extensive experience in commercial litigation. ‘Sophisticated litigator’ James Levy is another key contact in the team, and Simon Bromwich focuses his contentious practice on the construction and infrastructure sectors. With a strong background in commercial disputes, Tim West is active in group litigation and class actions. Sophie Law demonstrates particular prowess in data breach and ESG disputes.