With ‘a leading team for partnership and LLP disputes,’ Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP has amassed an impressive client base, which consists of notable names from the professional and financial services sectors. The group is sought after for its robust offering, which covers transactions, disputes, and regulatory compliance, both domestically and internationally. Co-leading the practice are Malcolm Lombers, who concentrates on advising international partnerships on structuring and governance, and Alan Watts, who specialises in partnership disputes. Tim Leaver is another key contact in the department and handles a mix of contentious departures, investigations, and High Court claims, while Nick Wright is well versed in claims concerning whistleblowing, discrimination, and bullying.
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Testimonials
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- ‘A leading team for partnership and LLP disputes, especially in the legal and financial fields.’
- ‘Tim Leaver is the partnership litigator to have on your side and not against you.’
- ‘Nick Wright is a highly skilled partnership lawyer with a wealth of experience in advising law firms.’
- ‘A superb multi-sector law firm at the top of the game.’
- ‘Tim Leaver is a strong litigator with excellent client skills.’
- ‘Nick Wright is a very capable litigator who is thorough and always on the ball.’
Key clients
- KPMG
- PwC
- Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner
- O'Melveny & Myers
- Anchorage Capital
- AEW UK Investment Management LLP
- Waterland Private Equity
Work highlights
Advising HSF on its proposed combination with Kramer Levin to create a fully integrated global practice with a single profit pool.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Malcolm Lombers; Alan Watts
Other key lawyers
Tim Leaver; Nick Wright