Covering the full spectrum of insolvency and restructuring mandates, Shoosmiths acts for a client base of trustees, corporates, and insolvency practitioners. The team is led by Stuart Clubb who is praised for his 'technical advice to clients' in relation to insolvency related litigation. Clubb is supported by Andrew Foyle, whose higher rights of audience sees him work on a portfolio of disputes covering challengeable transactions, directors’ duties, and winding up petitions. The 'very capable' Seonaid Sandham was recruited from Anderson Strathern in May 2024, bringing a wealth of experience acting for insolvency practitioners, financial institutions, and SMEs.
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Testimonials
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‘Stuart Clubb is the lynchpin of this practice. His understated approach belies his experience and technical ability.’
‘The insolvency litigation team at Shoosmiths in Scotland is headed up by Stuart Clubb. Stuart has a wealth of experience and expertise in insolvency. He is respected for his command of insolvency law and his commercial approach in litigation. He is very good at identifying the best case strategy to achieve his client's aims and outcomes.’
Key clients
- Manolete Partners Plc
- Interpath
Work highlights
Acting on behalf of a leading insolvency litigation financing company in the pursuit of high-value claims against former directors for misfeasance and breach of director’s duties.
Practice head
Stuart Clubb
Other key lawyers
Andrew Foyle; Seonaid Sandham