Representing both claimants and defendants in complex breach of duty and fraudulent trading claims, Gateley Legal is notably active in cases concerning restructuring, accountancy, and real estate. The team is consistently called upon to handle domestic and international disputes relating to misconduct, corruption, and fraud, with Mark Wilson and James Baty, both of whom work between Birmingham and London, co-heading the outfit. Wilson is an expert in cross-border litigation, Baty mainly concentrates on professional liability matters, while Fiona Emms and Sonia Thandi are also highlighted as key team members.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Gateley has a dominant litigation practice with first-class solicitors known for their ability to navigate complex litigation with clarity and precision.’
- ‘Mark Wilson is a highly skilled litigation practitioner, and his judgment is impeccable. He is a force of nature and someone you want on your side in high-value complex litigation. His professionalism and dedication to his clients and the industry is truly remarkable.'
Key clients
- Kroll Advisory
- Grant Thornton (UK) LLP
- BDO LLP
- Begbies Traynor (Central) LLP
- Ernst & Young LLP
- RSM Restructuring Advisory LLP
- PwC (UK)
- FRP Advisory
- Mazars
- Teneo
- Interpath
- Griffins
- BK+
Work highlights
Acting for the liquidators of Tiuta International Limited, a bridge lending company, in relation to claims against former directors for fraudulent trading and fraudulent breach of duty concerning the refinancing of a toxic debt portfolio around the time of the 2008 financial crisis.
Practice head
Mark Wilson; James Baty
Other key lawyers
Fiona Emms; Sonia Thandi; Andrew Horton