Noted for its expertise in contentious insurance matters, Willkie Farr & Gallagher (UK) LLP acts for various multinationals, financial institutions and tech companies. With offices across the US and Europe, the firm is well-versed in cross-border disputes concerning the tech and financial services sectors. Peter Burrell, who leads the practice, specialises in securities, tax, and insider dealing issues in the financial services sector. Jerry Healy represents clients in applications for freezing injunctions, search orders, and asset preservation orders.
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Key clients
- Man Group
- Kroll
- Freshstream Partners
- Jusan Technologies Limited
- Thriving Brands
- Bluebell Cars Holding Limited
- Jysan Holding LLC
- Real Assets (RA) Global Opportunity Fund 1 Ltd
Work highlights
Acting on behalf of Man Group, a London Stock Exchange-listed investment management business, providing defence in a high-profile cross-border dispute with a claim value of at least $1 billion.
Acting in a corporate dispute brought by a high-net-worth individual concerning an application for an interim mandatory injunction to be reinstated to the management of the Big Motoring World Group following his dismissal for cause.
Acting for 23 claimants in large-scale civil fraud litigation alleging a conspiracy to defraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, knowing receipt and dishonest assistance.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Peter Burrell
Other key lawyers
Simon Osborn-King; Jerry Healy; Giles Harvey; Shamilee Arora