With particular strength in the tech sector, Morrison Foerster’s ‘experienced and committed’ team has recently acted on enforcement, anti-bribery, sanctions and fraud mandates. The practice is co-led by Saqib Alam- qualified in the US, UK and Singapore- who advises on investigations involving bribery, sanctions breaches, human rights violations and money laundering, and Hayley Ichilcik, who has been described as ’a very bright fraud specialist’.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Hayley Ichilcik is first-rate. She’s a highly able lawyer; she’s clever, tough, charming and a delight to work with. Clients love her, as does her legal team: she provides encouragement, reassurance and is adept at handling the most difficult cases.'
- ‘Very experienced and committed.’
- ‘Saqib Alam is an inspirational presence and thoroughly committed to working as a team.’
- ‘Saqib Alam led from the front, was always there when it mattered. The work was concentrated and never-ending. Saqib managed the team, ensuring that leave was taken and those remaining were in a position to continue seamlessly.'
- 'They worked tirelessly and produced excellent work, despite the quantity of material and the pressure. Most particularly, they, guided by Saqib, retained a sense of humour and a warm team spirit.’
- ‘Hayley Ichilcik is a very bright fraud specialist with an impressive attention to detail.’
Key clients
- Fujitsu
- Euler Labs
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Saqib Alam; Hayley Ichilcik
Other key lawyers
Chloe Kearns