The highly lauded practice at Hogan Lovells International LLP is noted for its vast expertise handling complex and high-profile cases. The team advises its roster of clients from a wide range of sectors on shareholder litigation, joint venture work, and post M&A disputes. Practice head Michael Roberts is skilled at handling complex multijurisdictional cases. Kevin Lloyd is noted for his significant expertise in bet-the-company disputes. Chris Hardman and Neil Mirchandani both act on complex M&A and financial services disputes, while Ivan Shiu specialises in investment disputes. Alex Sciannaca has expertise in the technology and commodities trading sectors.
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Key clients
- British American Tobacco
- Litasco
- Vodafone
- YES Bank
- Biogen Inc
- Finalto Group
- Equifax
- Eurasian Natural Resources Corporation
- Evolution Capital
- JSC CB PrivatBank
Work highlights
Representing British American Tobacco in a £500m+ cross-border environmental indemnity dispute involving legacy liabilities from US river pollution, raising complex issues of contractual interpretation, misrepresentation, and public policy.
Acted for FMO in securing a US$56m+ judgment, worldwide freezing order and indemnity costs in the High Court, in an emerging markets finance dispute involving West African energy infrastructure.
Successfully defended YES BANK at both trial and appeal in a high-value, multijurisdictional dispute over financing fees arising from YES BANK’s $1bn+ public rescue and subsequent capital raise.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Akima Paul Lambert
Practice head
Michael Roberts
Other key lawyers
Kevin Lloyd; Chris Hardman; Neil Mirchandani; Ivan Shiu; Alex Sciannaca