The commercial litigation team at Wallace LLP is routinely instructed on complex commercial disputes, many of which involve cross-border or multi-jurisdictional elements. Alexander Weinberg heads the team, with specialisms in multi-jurisdictional shareholder, joint venture, and corporate disputes, particularly when involving allegations of fraudulent misrepresentation and breaches of directors’ duties. Nicola Boulton is widely regarded for her experience in jurisdictional disputes, interim injunctions, as well as sanctions, and civil asset recovery. Furthermore, Josephine Mathew has particular experience in claims involving fraud, whilst Philip Blyghton acts for clients in the natural resources, financial services, and retail sectors.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘A firm that punches above its weight with a classy array of commercial litigators. I have worked with the firm for eight years – acting for defendants facing a variety of complex claims.' 

  • ‘Nicola Boulton – truly scary. One of the most effective fraud practitioners in the market.'

  • 'Alexander Weinberg – a partner who knows his cases inside out and inspires confidence in his clients.'
  • ‘Provides great client care and very timely responses.’

  • ‘Josephine Mathews was excellent at providing strategic, commercially-minded advice.’

  • ‘What sets this practice apart is its exceptional thoroughness and commitment to delivering clear, timely, and actionable legal advice.'

  • ‘Wallace operates an extremely high-quality and efficient team. It delivers unparalleled value for money.’

  • ‘The team at Wallace is lean, efficient, and razor sharp. Brilliant lawyers who really fight their clients' corner.’

  • 'Outstanding team with depth all the way down to paralegal. Superb understanding of strategy and how to deliver the best possible result for the client. Strongly recommend.'

  • 'Alexander Weinberg is simply the best. A calm, reassuring presence who is more than ready to get his hands dirty when needed.'

Key clients

  • Natuzzi
  • TradingView Inc
  • Novus Aviation Capital SA
  • ENIC Group
  • Efficio Limited
  • Henry Schein Inc.
  • Excell Group
  • Opia
  • Maris Interiors LLP
  • Eco Energy World Limited
  • Incisive Media
  • Albion Energy Limited
  • Ludsin Overseas Limited
  • Matière SAS
  • YouAppi Inc

Work highlights

Acted for seven Panamanian incorporated entities in their defence of large-scale international Court proceedings valued at approximately $3 billion, ongoing in several jurisdictions.
Acted for the first defendant (Fahad Al Rajaan) in proceedings in the Commercial Court brought by the Kuwait Public Institution for Social Security (PIFSS) in relation to alleged unlawful secret commissions.

Lawyers

Leading partners

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Next Generation Partners

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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

Alexander Weinberg

Other key lawyers

Josephine Mathew; Philip Blyghton; Nicola Boulton