Morgan, Lewis & Bockius UK LLP's commercial disputes team acts on high-profile mandates across a range of jurisdictions. Practice head Chris Warren-Smith has broad experience spanning financial crime, economic sanctions, and fraud. Peter Sharp is noted for his aviation knowledge, while other key figures include the ‘unstoppable’ David Waldron, and the ’phenomenally clever’ Paul Mesquitta.
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- ‘Paul Mesquitta is an absolute star. He is phenomenally clever, a master strategist, and an all-around nice guy. Great with clients.’
- ‘David Waldron is user-friendly and gives great advice.'
- ‘Peter Sharp - huge intellect. David Waldron - unstoppable. Robert Bolgar-Smith - excellent strategist.'
- ‘David Waldron underpromises and overdelivers. A hugely experienced commercial litigator across the gamut of industries, including aviation, energy and banking and finance (including offshore). A very safe pair of hands for any case. Inspires confidence and respect.'
- ‘Paul Mesquitta leads an exceptional team of associates.’
- ‘Paul Mesquitta has an incredible brain. He is all over the details of numerous huge pieces of litigation, manages his team brilliantly, and is loved by clients who appreciate his no-nonsense approach. He relies on Counsel appropriately and has an unparalleled understanding of what’s important and what’s not.’
Key clients
- GTLK Europe
- Carlyle Aviation Partners
- Aircastle Advisor LLC
- Voyager Aviation Holdings LLC
- Merx Aviation Finance
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Practice head
Chris Warren-Smith
Other key lawyers
Peter Sharp; David Waldron; Paul Mesquitta; Robert Bolgar-Smith