Morrison Foerster‘s practice covers complex multijurisdictional matters, working primarily with international clients. The team boasts particular knowledge of the tech sector, and leverages the expertise of the competition and IP teams of the firm. Practice head Ben Summerfield is skilled at handling litigation spanning a number of jurisdictions and acting for clients on complex commercial disputes. Jonathan Wheeler’s focus spans international commercial disputes, multijurisdictional trust litigation, and contentious insolvency. Chiraag Shah is skilled at handling sanctions-related disputes, while Laura Steen has a practice extending to trust disputes, directors’ duties, and contentious insolvency. Julius Handler focuses on high-profile contractual, ESG, and supply chain disputes.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘A strong team across the firm, smart lawyers and thoroughly decent people. The inclusive and collaborative approach the firm displays is definitely a plus.’

  • ‘Jonathan Wheeler - an excellent communicator, strong commercial appreciation of client needs, great team player.'

  • Laura Steen - highly intelligent, committed to providing excellent service to clients and a delight to work with.'
  • ‘The complete team is available 24/7; emails and phone calls are answered immediately. Never have to remind to get an answer. Great service, very friendly reception that takes care of you when in the office. Everybody in the firm accommodates the client.’

  • ‘Jonathan Wheeler - proactive in his advice, lays out the next steps before being asked. Always available when needed.’

  • 'A great firm – very professional and well resourced. Dealing with them inspires great confidence that everything will be done properly.'

Key clients

  • Al Othman Group
  • Amazon
  • Euler Labs
  • Fujitsu
  • Kynetec UK Topco Ltd.
  • Louwman Group
  • SSP Group plc
  • TP ICAP
  • Twitch Interactive Inc.
  • Visa
  • Wirex Limited

Lawyers

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Practice head

Ben Summerfield

Other key lawyers

Jonathan Wheeler; Chiraag Shah; Laura Steen; Julius Handler