Slaughter and May
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Slaughter and May’s commercial litigation team is particularly renowned for its expertise in handling complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes, acting on many leading cases. Cross-border fraud, shareholder disputes, and corporate misconduct are all strengths of a team led by Richard Swallow, who frequently represents major corporates and financial institutions in significant cross-border proceedings. Richard Swallow has extensive fraud knowledge and is skilled at handling the contentious aspects of corporate transactions. Efstathios Michael notably handles shareholder disputes and mass claims, while Camilla Sanger focuses on class actions. Damian Taylor specialises in crypto disputes and is key to the practice, as are financial services specialist Jonathan Clark and Richard Jeens, noted for his capabilities in pensions and tax disputes. Holly Ware and Peter Wickham are also recommended.
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Testimonials
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- 'I worked with Damian Taylor and Patrick Hall — I was impressed by their calm efficiency and their ability to identify the key issues that were going to make a real difference in resolving the dispute. They managed a complex dispute efficiently and impressively.'
- 'Damian Taylor — Calm, safe pair of hands. Managed the case very well. Patrick Hall - stand-out senior associate and surely destined for partnership. All over the detail and great people skills.'
Key clients
- BHP Group
- The Football Association Premier League
Work highlights
Advising BHP Group plc and other entities who are defendants to claims arising out of the collapse of the Fundão Dam in Brazil. The case involves over 620,000 claimants advancing claims under Brazilian law.