Fladgate LLP‘s ’very good civil fraud practice’ is experienced in obtaining and defending emergency injunctive relief, such as disclosure and freezing orders. The team has significant expertise in financial services-related fraud, as well as civil fraud claims within the context of corporate insolvencies and personal bankruptcies. Sophia Purkis is a specialist in cases concerning allegations of fraud, misfeasance and breach of trust; Tom Bolam acts in shareholder and joint venture disputes involving fraud allegations; and Joel Seager ‘helps get disputes resolved’.
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‘Innovative, forward-thinking practice, which appreciates that behind the corporate face lie real human beings. Fladgate has a very good civil fraud practice.’
‘Fladgate punches well above its relative size and weight when it comes to civil fraud. Their experience and expertise across a number of different commercial sectors make them exceedingly well placed to support their clients in any industry if they are victims or accused of fraud.’
‘Fladgate’s civil fraud practice is led by the hugely experienced and widely respected Sophia Purkis, who delivers commercial advice with warmth, understanding and wit.’
‘Sophia Purkis stands out. She is a highly experienced, very accomplished litigator, who handles her clients and cases with real skill and dedication.’
‘Sophia Purkis is one of the most dynamic, creative, diligent and successful partners in the market. The talented Joel Seager adds another powerful string to Fladgate's well-aimed bow.’
‘Sophia Purkis leads a knowledgeable team, including Tom Bolam who quickly earns the trust and respect of clients.’
‘Tom Bolam is great - a super-quick thinker, easy to work with, and great at thinking outside the box.’
‘Joel Seager is superb and gives clients great support throughout litigation. Joel is clever and commercial and helps get disputes resolved. He is responsive and gives very clear advice.’
Key clients
- Pensée Foundation
- Loudwater Trade and Finance
- Dawson Brown
- Rokstone Estate Agents
Work highlights
Representing the Pensée Foundation in The Public Institution for Social Security v. Al Rajaan & Others, a significant piece of international fraud litigation currently before the English courts.
Acting for Loudwater Trade and Finance in litigation which relates to a £122m contract to provide sterile gowns to PPE Medpro, an SPV set up to provide PPE to the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) in the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Representing Rokstone Estate Agents in its well-publicised committal application against society designer and property developer Tiggy Butler, who is currently subject to a suspended prison sentence for failing to give disclosure.
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Practice head
Sophia Purkis
Other key lawyers
Tom Bolam; Joel Seager; Douglas Cherry; Judith Davidge