Fielding a team of ‘real experts in commercial litigation’ chaired by Anthony Riem, PCB Byrne is increasingly engaged in big-ticket disputes across a range of sectors, including natural resources, industrials, real estate, and finance. The ’hugely knowledgeable’ Trevor Mascarenhas‘ recent engagements have covered aircraft leasing and banking matters, while the ’thorough’ Olga Bischof is especially noted for her experience in cross-border work. Other key figures include the ‘calm and knowledgeable’ Nick Ractliff and the formidable Catherine Eason.
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Testimonials
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- ‘PCB have been leaders in this field for over two decades. They created much of what we know as the premium market - not just the usual offering. Highly regarded.’
- ‘Trevor Mascarenhas - knows everyone and everything. Nick Ractliff - exactly the person you need - calm and knowledgeable.’
Key clients
- IPJSC United Company Rusal
- Veetee Rice Limited
Work highlights
Acted for Rusal against Vladimir Potanin and his company, Whiteleave, in claims worth c. $3-5 billion under an agreement for the management of Norilsk Nickel, the Russian nickel and palladium producer.
Lawyers
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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.
Matthew Wescott
Matthew Wescott
Practice head
Anthony Riem
Other key lawyers
Trevor Mascarenhas; Nick Ractliff; Neil Micklethwaite; Olga Bischof; Cath Eason; Tom McKernan; Andrew McLeod; Matthew Wescott