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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Herbert Smith remains one of the leading litigation firms in the City. Its fraud practice is second to none.’
‘A standout firm in this area. They have incredible strength in depth both horizontally (lots of very talented and successful partners) and vertically (the associates at all levels of seniority are of the highest calibre). Their experience in this area is unrivalled.’
‘Jeremy Garson is an exceptional partner. He is always available, has great commercial acumen, and offers clear advice.’
‘Jeremy Garson is a go-to partner for high-value commercial fraud, asset tracing, and high-stakes shareholder disputes. A superb combination of technical ability and strategic insight.’
‘Jeremy Garson has a huge amount of experience, which means that he knows exactly which points to take, and which not to take. He gives sensible, realistic advice but is not afraid to take on difficult cases.’
‘Jeremy Garson and William Turner are very careful with the details, hands on, knowledgeable, and always meet deadlines.’
- ‘William Turner is a highly capable fraud litigator.’
- ‘Dave Phillips is assured and understated, but with an incredible work ethic, producing work of the highest calibre.’
Key clients
- Jinxin
- Sinopec International Petroleum Exploration and Production Corporation
- Standard Chartered
- Westpac Banking Corporation
- TPG Group Holdings
- Mercedes-Benz Group
Work highlights
- Acting for Jinxin in ongoing fraudulent misrepresentation claims, which were brought in connection with its $661m acquisition in 2016 of a majority stake in Media Partners & Silva, a sports rights media business that went into insolvency shortly after its acquisition.
- Acting for Standard Chartered in high-profile and high-value claims brought under s.90A and s.90 FSMA by 250 claimants, involving allegations of dishonesty and misrepresentation.
- Acting for TPG Group Holdings (SBS) (and other TPG entities) in a $13.8bn claim which was filed by a jailed Russian oligarch against TPG defendants (and 15 other defendants), involving allegations of unlawful means conspiracy.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Heather Rankin
William Turner
Practice head
Jeremy Garson
Other key lawyers
Natasha Johnson; William Turner; Heather Rankin; Dave Phillips