Christopher Yates > Clifford Chance LLP > London, England > Lawyer Profile

The ‘knowledgeable, energetic and ambitious’ banking litigation team at Clifford Chance LLP remains at the forefront of high-profile banking disputes in both the UK and global markets. It boasts specialist knowledge of complex financial products and contentious regulatory expertise, working in tandem with the corporate crime and financial regulatory teams to provide financial institutions with a full-service offering. Ian Moulding heads the banking litigation practice and is praised by clients as a ‘great strategist and team leader’, and Helen Carty leads the London litigation and dispute resolution team. Global head of litigation and dispute resolution Matthew Newick represents a diverse roster of financial sector clients in cross-border disputes and investigations. Kelwin Nicholls is a key contact for major banks and Christopher Yates and Lindsay Bickerton are also names to note. An expert in fintech disputes, Kate Scott’s clientele includes payment firms and crypto exchanges, as well as banks and financial services firms. Michael Gorrie is a go-to representative for investment banks, while Jason Epstein focuses his practice on group litigation, including shareholder claims. Guy Burkitt is an active member of the team.