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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Testimonials
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‘Philip Linton has become a 'go-to' partner for us across various matter types, including contentious financial services matters, due to his extensive knowledge of our business through his prior in-house experience at a competitor and his legal expertise.'
'Strong team of very capable partners.'
'I think the team are really smart, client friendly and seeking to think outside the box.'
'Lynn Dunne is a super smart operator.'
'Astute and client friendly.'
'The team is incredibly responsive and provides no-nonsense, practical advice with a strong ear for client's risk appetite. They are resolute in pursuit of client's best interests.'
Key clients
- Bank of England
- Close Brothers Asset Management
- Daiwa Capital Markets Europe Limited
- Emirates NBD Bank
- Emirates Islamic Bank
- eToro
- GLAS Trust Corporation Limited
- Goldman Sachs International
- Lloyds Banking Group
- Nomura International plc
- Punter Southall Group Limited
- Specialist Lending Ltd t/a Duologi
Work highlights
Acting for Daiwa in relation to a contribution claim against a (formerly) wealthy Saudi businessman.
Continues to advise Punter Southall Group Limited (PSG) in a complex and protracted litigation case stemming from a claim for unfair prejudice. The claim, initiated by the former CEO and minority shareholder of a Jersey-incorporated subsidiary, is directed against PSG, the majority shareholder.
Advising Stifel Nicolaus Europe Limited (Stifel) and a former managing director of Stifel, in relation to proceedings brought by a private individual and Stobart Capital Limited in the English High Court.
Lawyers
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