Banking & Finance

Jonathan Crow KC is an impressive silk with expertise in handling a wide array of commercial litigation and public law cases at all levels of court. He acts in fraud and FCA-related cases along with insolvency and offshore disputes.

"Jonathan is one of the finest advocates of a generation."

"He is the very embodiment of a super silk. He is a genuinely creative thinker and one of the best barristers at the bar. His advocacy makes the difference, and can turn a difficult case into a winner."

Richard Hill KC is an accomplished practitioner with experience in a wide array of banking, company and insolvency issues. He acts in matters relating to mis-selling disputes and damages claims, and also has solid experience in arbitration proceedings.

"He has command of the court and provides great written advice."

Alastair Tomson is a proficient junior appearing both led and unled in a wide variety of financial matters. He has skills in managing cases relating to LIBOR and EURIBOR manipulation, and acts on both the claimant and defendant sides.

"Alastair's analysis and advice are top notch. He is brilliant in matters with foreign law and, as a Middle East expert, is a credible alternative to engaging local counsel due to his qualifications."

"He is a clear-thinking, experienced and creative litigator, and he is also a pleasant person to work with."

Andrew de Mestre KC offers strong expertise in handling a range of commercial and financial disputes for clients including corporate trustees, bondholders and fund managers. He acts at all court levels in cases involving fraud, bond disputes and insolvency claims.

"His greatest strength is his ability to absorb information and facts, which saves time and allows forensic points to be taken. He's also extremely responsive."

"Andrew is a top performer and an absolute pleasure to work with."

Sharif Shivji KC is a highly skilled practitioner who has solid experience of acting for a wide range of clients, from investment banks to institutional investors. He co-ordinates cases concerning LIBOR manipulation, mis-selling claims and derivative issues, and also handles matters with offshore elements, including in the Middle East.

"I wish I could work with Sharif on every case. He is totally brilliant."

"He really goes to bat for his clients. He is an understated, persuasive advocate and a dogged cross-examiner. He stays on top of the complexity in very detailed and complicated litigation."

"Sharif is a pleasure to work with. He is a strategic thinker but also a master of the detail. His written work is consistently excellent, as is his advocacy. He is an asset to any team he is on."