A ‘very diligent, driven, and determined ethos’ differentiates the practice at Mishcon de Reya LLP, with experience representing a wide range of leading corporates and groups of claimants in complex class actions and intricate commercial disputes. The team of ’fearsome, tenacious litigators’ is led by Richard Leedham, Nicola Bridge, and Janet Tobin. Leedham, in particular, is skilled at advising on commercial disputes with international and fraud elements, and has key knowledge of insurance disputes. Sanctions specialist Shaistah Akhtar is key to the practice, along with Victoria Pigott, noted for her expertise handling high-value family business disputes, freezing injunctions, and asset protection. Mark Whelan and Hazel Chambers are noted. Shazia Yamin joined the team from Leigh Day in November 2024.
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- ‘Shaistah Akhtar - a driven and dedicated leader, with brilliant ability to steer litigation and achieve results.'
- ‘Great dedication and drive, and have pulled off some astonishing results for clients. Fearsome, tenacious litigators.’
Key clients
- Diag Human SE and Mr Josef Stava
- Various investors in the shares of Indivior plc and Reckitt Benckiser Group plc
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Mark Whelan
Practice head
Richard Leedham; Nicola Bridge; Janet Tobin
Other key lawyers
Shaistah Akhtar; Victoria Pigott; Mark Whelan; Hazel Chambers; Shazia Yamin; Andrew Short; Holly Edmond