‘Exceptional boutique’ PCB Byrne is noted for its ’excellent technical work’, with vast expertise spanning asset recovery and non-performing loans work. Sanctions-related matters are another strength of the team within the ‘fantastic firm’. The ’wise, experienced’ Anthony Riem heads the practice, with particular expertise on defaults linked to sanctions. Trevor Mascarenhas is ‘hugely knowledgeable when it comes to civil fraud disputes’. Catherine Eason and Tom McKernan are key to the practice. Tom Crisp is an ’excellent asset’, and has extensive multi-jurisdictional experience.
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Testimonials
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- ‘A fantastic firm and very underrated when it comes to banking litigation. They have excellent technical skills and undertake great work.’
- ‘Trevor Mascarenhas - calm, efficient, gets the job done. Communicates well. Anthony Riem: wise, experienced. Good communicator.’
Key clients
- Banco de Sabadell
- Invest Bank PSC
Work highlights
Acted for Banco de Sabadell, S.A., and successfully obtained judgment in its Commercial Court claim to recover some EUR 350 million from various corporate entities associated with the Cerberus investment fund, by way of enforcement of guarantees.
Practice head
Anthony Riem
Other key lawyers
Trevor Mascarenhas; Catherine Eason; Tom McKernan; Tom Crisp