The dispute resolution team at Payne Hicks Beach LLP has broad expertise and is sought after for its experience in dealing with both corporate and private individuals. The group demonstrates its capacity to advise on matters that involve civil fraud, injunctive relief, contentious insolvency, and professional negligence. Lucas Moore leads the practice and is noted for his expertise on the use of injunctive relief, governing law, and enforcement issues. In addition, Georgina Bayley‘s practice includes claims arising out of contractual disputes, fraud, and shareholder issues. Clementine Dowley advises on a range of trusts, probate, and inheritance disputes.
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Testimonials
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‘PHB is a highly reputable, vastly experienced firm with true multidisciplinary expertise. The lawyers across the board are brilliant. A joy to work with.’
‘Lucas Moore is a calm, measured, and excellent lawyer. A man you want on your side when in a tough spot.'
‘Payne Hicks Beach is a full-service law firm which historically has had an emphasis on private client work. Their approach to commercial litigation reflects this -- it is personal, client-focused, pragmatic, and sensitive to cost.'
'PHB's commercial litigation practice deserves a rather higher profile in the market than it has, given the quality of its people.’
‘The team I work with is very driven and innovative, always looking for new ways to approach a case or bring about its quicker resolution.'
'The team works very well together, with work efficiently distributed amongst the different levels of seniority.’
Key clients
- Terna Energy Trading
- Banque El Amana
- Atlantic Ways Holding
- Li Wai Chun Transportation Company Limited
Work highlights
Acted for Terna Energy Trading in connection with an APP fraud against Revolut LTD.
Acted for Banque El Amana in a standby letter of credit dispute, in circumstances where there are parallel civil and criminal proceedings ongoing in Mauritania.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Lucas Moore
Other key lawyers
Georgina Bayley; Clementine Dowley