‘Streamlined, highly effective, and focused’, Mayer Brown International LLP’s commercial litigation practice is skilled at handling cross-border post M&A disputes, shareholder disputes, and complex enforcement actions. Private equity firms increasingly engage the firm, as well as companies in the worlds of finance, manufacturing, telecoms, and consumer products. Practice head Ian McDonald frequently acts in high-value disputes linked to loan structures, structured finance, and derivatives. ‘Approachable, straightforward, experienced, and bright’, Airlie Goodman focuses on the financial services, mining, and renewable energy sectors. ’Responsive, clear in his advice and great at dealing with clients’, the ‘fantastic’ Stephen Moi is particularly noted for his focus on private equity and restructuring-related mandates. Mark Stefanini and Sarah Garvey are further key names to note. ’A brilliant litigator in heavy commercial cases’, Jonathan Cohen is also recommended.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Airlie Goodman is absolutely fantastic. A sharp litigator with killer instincts. Jeremy Holden is a partner in waiting.’
- 'Stephen Moi and his team are absolutely exceptional. Incredibly responsive, they provide high calibre, pragmatic advice tailored to the client's needs and sector, with precision, speed and good humour. If your matter is with them, you are in great hands. We feel very fortunate to have them on our side.'
- 'Stephen Moi is a first-rate lawyer. Sharp and very careful and considered.'
- 'Stephen Moi is outstanding, a truly class act.'
- 'Jonathan Cohen - brilliant litigator in heavy commercial cases and unlocking tricky disputes.'
- 'Stephen Moi is a fantastic all-round disputes partner. Responsive, clear in his advice and great at dealing with clients, he is also closely involved in the details of his cases.'
- ‘Streamlined, highly effective, focused team. Always one step ahead of the other side.’
- ‘A great team of experienced litigators. This year I have been working with Airlie Goodman on a substantial High Court litigation involving allegations of fraud. A diverse team with real strength and depth. Adept at handling high-profile, high-stakes litigation.’
- ‘Airlie Goodman - approachable, straightforward, experienced and bright.'
- ‘The Mayer Brown commercial litigation team is experienced, flexible and easy to work with.’
Key clients
- ArcelorMittal
- Bain Captial
- Entertainment One
- HSBC
- NSPCC
- PIB Group
- Salic (UK) Limited
- Sunseeker
- Unilever
Work highlights
Advising Salic (UK) Limited in a group litigation claim in the High Court of England & Wales.
Advised in a multi-party unfair prejudice petition against Mr Macabuag, founder and director of innovative prosthetics company, Koalaa Limited.
Advising PIB Group and its subsidiary Acquinex against rival Howden and several individuals, in a High Court claim for unlawful means conspiracy.
Practice head
Ian McDonald
Other key lawyers
Sarah Garvey; Airlie Goodman; Jeremy Holden; Stephen Moi; Mark Stefanini; Jonathan Cohen