Taylor Wessing continues to be a reliable choice for assistance with investigations and defence of fraud allegations, acting in some of the most high-profile fraud litigation in recent years. The firm’s fraud crime and investigations group collaborate to cover the frequent intersections between those disciplines. David de Ferrars leads the team and is especially strong in financial fraud cases. Emma Allen is forging a reputable practice in civil fraud, and strength in depth was further boosted by the hire of Parham Kouchikali from RPC in July 2024. Jennifer Gregor and Samantha Brendish are additional contacts to note.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Very user-friendly, responsive and reliable. Very efficient.’
- ‘Tim Strong is excellent. Very strong technically with tailored commercial advice. Excellent availability and engagement.’
- ‘Collegiate and hard working. Understand their role and empathetic to client dynamics.'
- ‘They have a strong accounting regulatory practice. Capable and collegiate partners in the team. Work sympathetically with other law firms.’
- ‘Emma Allan is super - a great new partner and very engaged and clever.’
- ‘Great team and really easy to work with.’
Key clients
- White Oak
- Celsius Network Limited
Work highlights
Acting for White Oak, a creditor in the collapse of Greensill Capital UK Limited, in relation to High Court proceedings against Marsh Limited and in winding up proceedings against Liberty Commodities Limited.
Acting for the 13th and 14th defendant in Voltaire & Others v Watson & Others, a cross-border High Court unlawful means conspiracy claim brought by a group of companies known as Gemini, which comprises various entities and investments controlled by one of the largest industrialist families in Egypt.
Advising an international logistics company on a claim against former employees and former contractors variously for breaches of fiduciary duties, dishonest assistance, and unlawful means conspiracy.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
David de Ferrars
Other key lawyers
Tim Strong; Emma Allen; Jennifer Gregor; Samantha Brendish; Parham Kouchikali