A ‘specialist disputes boutique that impresses with its superb technical ability’, Enyo Law LLP is routinely engaged to handle high-stakes, multi-jurisdictional matters. The team is experienced in fraud disputes involving allegations of wrongdoing and dishonesty, and in bringing and defending applications for interim remedies, including freezing and passport orders, along with asset inquiries and contempt proceedings. It also assists with securing and enforcing judgments and awards around the world. Fraud practice head Edward Allen is an expert in civil fraud and financial proceedings that involve banks; Nick Jones focuses on matters involving financial products, fraud, asset tracing and recovery; and cross-jurisdictional fraud disputes specialist Konrad Rodgers is a ’star partner’. The practice further showcases Jonathan Pagan, who acts in both international and domestic matters that concern fraud, bribery and corruption issues; Richard Levett, who acts for clients from the financial services, aviation, and oil and gas sectors; Lucinda Orr and Fred Thorling, who both have notable experience in fraud claims; and Alex Mobbs, who is ‘tenacious and passionate about his cases’. In October 2023, ’unrivalled’ civil fraud specialist Andy McGregor joined from legacy firm Allen & Overy LLP.
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Testimonials
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‘A specialist disputes boutique that impresses with its superb technical ability, excellent client care, and strategic vision. Its teams are lean, technically excellent, and highly effective.’
‘Solid, easy to work with, and used to facing Magic Circle City firms. One of the stellar litigation boutiques.’
‘Edward Allen is a standout partner, being a superb technical lawyer as well as a fantastic strategist, always bearing in mind the client's wider commercial objectives.’
‘Konrad Rodgers is a star partner of the disputes practice. A very hands-on and friendly partner, with an unusual grasp of the detail and a commitment to winning for his client.’
‘Nick Jones is all over the detail, while keeping a firmly realistic view of the big picture.’
‘Richard Levett is very responsive. A good listener and able to articulate multiple views of a given situation.’
- ‘Jonathan Pagan is first rate and terrific to work with, while Andy McGregor continues to be unrivalled in the industry.’
- ‘Alex Mobbs is a partner of the future. Tenacious and passionate about his cases and always thinking about how developments play into the resolution of cases.’
Key clients
- Riccardo Silva Holding Designated Activity Company
- PJSC Transneft
- The NTT Group
- Banco Comercial Portugues
- United Bank for Africa
- Chaincode Labs
- Vegesentials
- Fibre Water
- DEVRO Trust
Work highlights
Acting for Chaincode Labs, a Bitcoin research and development centre, in its defence of claims made by Craig Wright, including Wright’s claim to be Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous author of the Bitcoin white paper.
Representing Banco Comercial Portugues and United Bank for Africa in claims which they have brought against the Republic of Mozambique in the Commercial Court, seeking payment under sovereign guarantees that were given by the Republic in respect of over $2bn in financing (or damages for losses following default under the loans).
Acting for Riccardo Silva, and his corporate entity, in their defence of a $661m fraudulent misrepresentation claim, which relates to the sale by Silva of his media rights distribution company, MP & Silva.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Andy McGregor
Konrad Rodgers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Jonathan Pagan
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Alex Mobbs
Practice head
Edward Allen
Other key lawyers
Nick Jones; Konrad Rodgers; Jonathan Pagan; Richard Levett; Lucinda Orr; Fred Thorling; Alex Mobbs; Andy McGregor