The specialist civil fraud team at RPC is regularly seen acting in heavyweight corporate investigations and fraud-related disputes globally. Its client base includes corporations, financial institutions, and high-net-worth individuals, and is conflict free of investment banks, so takes on notable cases recovering funds from such institutions. Crypto fraud is a further strength, with Dan Wyatt a key name there. Practice head Neville Byford has long been a recognised figure at the top of the civil fraud market in London and is well-versed in major fraud cases. Jonathan Cary is a specialist in Authorised Push Payment fraud matters, and Chris Whitehouse often collaborates with Wyatt on crypto asset disputes.
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Key clients
- Utmost International Isle of Man Ltd
- Utmost PanEurope DAC
Work highlights
Acting for an individual in defending a $1bn claim brought by the Kuwait Pension Fund in relation to the client's alleged involvement in two fraudulent schemes.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Neville Byford
Other key lawyers
Dan Wyatt; Jonathan Cary; Chris Whitehouse