Taylor Wessing LLP 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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'Taylor Wessing stands out as a seamlessly integrated team; their collective brilliance is amplified by their outstanding collaboration. When you are advised by them, you know you are getting the advantage of years' of experience together with cutting-edge innovation, which maximises the contributions of their younger and more experienced lawyers.'
'I have worked with David de Ferrars for many years. I do not believe that I have met his equals in terms of his formidable intelligence and experience. He is eager to collaborate, listen and work together with clients and foreign counsel to achieve the best possible result for his clients. I would choose to work with him anytime I am presented with the choice, and in fact I do.'
‘Great team and really easy to work with.’
‘Emma Allan is super - a great new partner and very engaged and clever.’
‘They have a strong accounting regulatory practice. Capable and collegiate partners in the team. Work sympathetically with other law firms.’
‘Collegiate and hard working. Understand their role and empathetic to client dynamics.'
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