For cases involving financial products, bank trading, insurance, and insolvency, Mayer Brown International LLP is a reliable choice, leveraging its international network to provide advice on multi-jurisdictional matters. Alistair Graham heads the fraud and asset recovery group, and other partners involved in civil fraud cases include Devi Shah, Ian McDonald, and Michael Fiddy.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Alistair Graham - one of the best partners there is in this field.'

  • ‘The Mayer Brown coverage coupled with the dedication to quality and partner availability make them a go-to. The differentiator comes form their deep market knowledge and practical experience.’

  • 'Mayer Brown's civil fraud practice is a truly global one, drawing on the firm's presence around the world to offer a truly excellent service to clients from all corners of the globe.'

  • 'The firm is able to put together teams for all occasions.'

  • 'Ian McDonald is the standout partner with decades of experience in the London fraud litigation market and a glittering list of satisfied clients.  He offers attention to detail but delivered with a lightness of touch.'
  • 'Highly experienced, very bright and tenacious team. One of the standout litigation firms in the London market.'
  • 'Michael Fiddy is a highly experienced insolvency litigator who gets results. Highly recommended.'
  • 'Excellent team with real strength in depth.'

Key clients

  • Alvarez & Marsal Europe LLP
  • BDO LLP
  • Policyholders of Northstar Financial Services (Bermuda) Limited
  • eOne

Work highlights

Acting for Alvarez & Marsal Europe LLP (as liquidators of Joannou & Paraskevaides (Overseas) Limited) in proceedings commenced against former UBOs, directors, and office-holders of the company for various claims.
Representing partners of BDO in their role as liquidators of Robin Symes Limited.
Acted for eOne in a multi-million pound fraud claim in the High Court, which included allegations of bribery, dishonesty, deceit, conspiracy, and corruption, as well as subsequent bankruptcy proceedings.

Practice head

Alistair Graham

Other key lawyers

Devi Shah; Ian McDonald; Michael Fiddy