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’ Christopher Boyne and Hugo Farmer, and Luke Duggan, praised as ’smart, diligent, creative, and an all-round star.'
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Testimonials
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‘Debevoise are a go-to firm for the largest and most complex commercial disputes, often with an international element. They are supremely well-resourced and stacked with talent at every level.’
‘Christopher Boyne is a top-class litigator - incredibly bright, commercially astute, a superb tactician, and a pleasure to work with.'
- 'Lord Peter Goldsmith is a rainmaker. He has seen it all and done it all and provides strategic advice that is second to none.'
- Luke Duggan is an associate to watch - smart, diligent, creative, and an all-around star.’
‘Deep understanding of the specifics of the client situation and taking it into consideration to present the best possible strategy. Very strategic approach and careful planning.’
‘I found the litigation team of Debevoise quite exceptional - Christopher Boyne and Hugo Farmer have both been knowledgeable and overall impressive.’
Key clients
- Rigmora Biotech Investor
- Neoma Private Equity Fund IV L.P
- Shell Plc
- The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited
- Blasket Renewable Investments LLC
- Felipe Massa
- Broadcom Inc., Avago Technologies International Sales Pte. Limited
- Hinduja Family
- Amas Limited
- Canouan Development Corporation Limited
Work highlights
Acted for the Plaintiffs in proceedings that were commenced in August 2024 against the General Partner of a Cayman Islands domiciled exempted limited partnership.
Acting for NPEF IV in defending proceedings brought by Mr. Abdulhameed Jafar, a high-net-worth UAE-based businessman.
Acting for Shell Plc in the Bille & Ogale proceedings, the largest litigation claim faced by Shell Plc.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Lord Goldsmith KC; Patrick Swain
Other key lawyers
Christopher Boyne; Christopher Boyne; Hugo Farmer; Luke Duggan