With ‘unparalleled expertise in fraud cases’, Simmons & Simmons’ London team handles some of the market’s highest profile fraud cases, which frequently involve large sums and multi-jurisdictional issues. Representing both major corporations and HNW individuals, the practice is well known for combining expertise in complex financial fraud with specialisms in cross-border asset tracing and the international enforcement of judgments. It further leverages the firm’s enviable credentials in competition, market abuse, bribery and white-collar crime cases. The civil fraud group is co-led by UK litigation team head Patrick Boylan, an expert in interim relief, tracing remedies, and the interplay between civil and criminal law, and London and Bristol-based Ed Crosse, who ‘combines excellent knowledge of the law with a real understanding of the commercial drivers of cases’. The practice further includes Adam Brown, who acts for banking, private equity and hedge fund clients in cross-border fraud cases; Chloe Morris, whose specialisms encompass civil fraud, directors’ liability, and shareholder class actions; and Jon Malik, who acts for multinational clients from the finance, asset management, TMT, professional services, defence and extractive sectors.
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‘A supportive team that fosters diverse talent and delivers high-quality services very efficiently, working across London and regional offices.’
‘Simmons has a strong civil fraud team. It is especially adept at dealing with the difficult issues that arise in these sorts of cases. Highly recommended.’
‘An impressive team that consistently works on some of the highest profile fraud cases in the international market.’
‘The team is well known for working on high-value, multi-jurisdictional mandates for both major corporations and HNW individuals.’
’An excellent, market-leading firm, with fabulous depth as well as broad knowledge. Widely respected by peers as well as by prosecutors and regulators. They have frequently turned around matters by taking them over from other firms. Also very easy and empathetic people to work with.’
‘Excellent at advising on litigation strategy with clear communication - unparalleled expertise in fraud cases.’
‘Ed Crosse is a brilliant lawyer. He combines excellent knowledge of the law with a real understanding of the commercial drivers of cases. He is highly effective.’
- ‘Ed Crosse is highly experienced and a real leader in this field. Ed sets the tone for the department, and really supports and develops the associates. An excellent strategist in complex cases, and gives direct and commercial advice.’
Key clients
- EFG Bank
- Petrofac
- Macquarie Bank Europe DAC
Work highlights
- Representing Sushovan Hussain in the $5bn claim brought by Hewlett-Packard, arising out of alleged fraudulent misrepresentations made about the financial state of Autonomy Corporation.
- Acted for EFG Bank, a Swiss private bank, as one of approximately 37 defendants to a claim of $800m-plus, which was brought by The Public Institution for Social Security of Kuwait in the Commercial Court.
- Representing Macquarie in seeking approximately $50m damages from Italian construction company Cimolai, arising from foreign exchange derivative contracts on which Cimolai defaulted.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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
Patrick Boylan; Ed Crosse
Other key lawyers
Adam Brown; Chloe Morris; Jon Malik