A ‘go-to firm for the largest and most complex commercial disputes’, Debevoise & Plimpton LLP is particularly known for handling mass claims related to parent company liability. The team routinely represents leading corporations, as well as major private equity companies. Lord Peter Goldsmith KC ’provides strategic advice that is second to none’, and leads the practice with Patrick Swain. ‘Top-class litigator’ Christopher Boyne is regarded by clients as ’incredibly bright, commercially astute, a superb tactician, and a pleasure to work with’, working with leading private equity investors and corporates. Other key names to note include the ‘knowledgeable and impressive’ Hugo Farmer, and Luke Duggan, praised as ’smart, diligent, creative, and an all-round star.’
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
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Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Christopher Boyne
Christopher Boyne
Patrick Swain
Patrick Swain
Practice head

Lord Goldsmith KC; Patrick Swain

Other key lawyers

Christopher Boyne; Christopher Boyne; Hugo Farmer; Luke Duggan

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