Lawrence Akka KC
A wise and authoritative advocate with an excellent knowledge of crypto law and technology.'
The members of Twenty Essex handle a range of matters concerning crypto fraud, recovery, NFTs and blockchain. Lawrence Akka KC is particularly well known for his handling of cases involving fintech and blockchain technologies. Paul Lowenstein KC was involved in Crypto Open Patent Alliance (COPA) v Wright, a case concerning a claimant group of US-based crypto exchanges and finance houses sought negative declarations that the defendant was not, as he claimed, Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous inventor of Bitcoin. Josephine Davies KC appeared unled in Fetch.Ai Ltd v Persons Unknown Category A & Ors, & BinanceHoldings Ltd, a case concerning cryptocurrency hacking.
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Testimonials
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- 'Excellent. Highly responsive and commercially minded, and well attuned to the needs of each case.'
- 'Proactive, responsive and professional. They work well as a team and ensure that nothing falls through the gaps.'
- 'Twenty Essex has a deep bench of super-talented barristers, and they are excellent all around.'
Lawyers
Leading Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
Paul Lowenstein KC
‘Paul is a standout figure in the commercial and civil fraud Bar. He has a formidable courtroom presence and deep strategic insight. He is consistently instructed in some of the most high-value and complex fraud and financial litigation, and has a well-earned reputation for incisive advocacy and meticulous preparation.'
2024 Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
Josephine Davies KC
Josephine’s remarkable tenacity and sharp attention to detail ensure that no aspect of a case goes unnoticed. Her ability to discern the minutiae of legal matters, coupled with her determination to pursue every avenue, sets her apart as an incredible barrister who consistently delivers outstanding results.’
Leading Juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
Sam Goodman
‘Sam is genuinely ahead of his time. His understanding of complex, high-value disputes, particularly in the fields of civil fraud, asset recovery, and crypto, is exceptional. He operates with the skill, judgement, and presence of a silk, consistently outperforming expectations for his level of call.'
Andrew Feld
Matthew McGhee
He is exceptionally bright, with a sharp analytical mind that allows him to navigate intricate legal and factual issues with ease. He brings fresh perspectives and innovative strategies to cases that others might approach in a more conventional way.'