Shoosmiths LLP‘s dispute resolution and litigation team handles a range of matters, from shareholder disputes and breaches of contract to fraudulent misrepresentation, negligence, and other tortious claims. The team possesses deep knowledge across various sectors, notably the financial services, technology, and digital assets. The group benefits from a large leadership team, with Hannah Field focusing on shareholder disputes, Susie Wakefield on insurance, and Daren Allen noted for his experience in financial services matters. Furthermore, Andrew Bowden-Brown is recognised for his work in the alternative finance space, whilst Bill Molloy advises in shareholder disputes and those with multi-jurisdictional elements. Alex Bishop acts as a national team head and advises on a broad range of matters. Key support in this area is provided by John Shirley-Rakhra.
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Testimonials
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‘Excellent lawyers throughout, but very approachable and client-focused.’
‘Bill Molloy is exceptional. His unfailingly affable demeanour hides a super-sharp legal brain.’
‘Bill Molloy - great communicator and manager of cases.’
‘The firm is professional and provides a commercial and high-end service, whilst being smaller than some of the larger firms.’
'John Shirley-Rakhra did a great job handling the day-to-day management of the case.'
'Hannah Field is an experienced leader with strong client management skills and commercial awareness.’
Key clients
- UrbanChain Ltd
- Smart Trade Technologies UK Ltd
- Liberty Specialty Markets
- Bothnia International Insurance Company Limited
- J C Decaux (UK) Ltd
- Global Switch Limited
Work highlights
Represented Liberty Specialty Markets in relation to numerous sets of proceedings, known as the Russian aviation litigation, under a reinsurance contract for the loss of aircraft following the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
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.
John Shirley-Rakhra
Practice head
Alex Bishop; Hannah Field; Daren Allen; Susie Wakefield; Andrew Bowden-Brown; Bill Molloy
Other key lawyers
John Shirley-Rakhra