Particularly experienced in civil fraud disputes, Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP handles the gamut of contentious commodities matters, representing producers, trading companies and end-users. The firm acts on both soft and hard commodities matters, from oil and gas and chemicals to sugar, grain and coffee. The team is overseen by the 'commercially astute' George Mingay, who specialises in sugar and coffee product disputes, alongside Mark Sachs, who brings fraud and insolvency expertise. Lisa Hillary is experienced in international trade, trade finance and shipping disputes. Julia Goroszeniuk advises on international arbitrations and those under trade association rules, including LMAA, GAFTA and LCIA. Hannah Faulkner acts on disputes arising out of charterparties and bills of lading.
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Key clients
- The Refined Sugar Association
- The Sugar Association of London
- British Coffee Association
- RJH Trading Limited
- Minor Metals Trade Association
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
George Mingay; Mark Sachs
Other key lawyers
Lisa Hillary; Julia Goroszeniuk; Hannah Faulkner