Derivatives, mis-selling claims, quincecare issues, and leading class actions are all strengths of the practice at Ashurst. The team is also known for its ability to handle complex restructuring and banking disputes, as well as representing leading wealth management firms on complex matters. Team head Philip Linton is ‘highly responsive, proactive and pragmatic’, and has vast experience representing financial institutions in leading disputes. Lynn Dunne is key to the team, and in addition to her extensive banking disputes knowledge, is skilled at handling ESG disputes. Ruth Buchanan, Euan Burrows, and Tom Connor are noted.
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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
Philip Linton
Other key lawyers
Lynn Dunne; Ruth Buchanan; Euan Burrows; Tom Connor; Harriet Jones-Fenleigh