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7 King's Bench Walk houses a strong team of senior and junior barristers experienced in the handling of complex and high-value civil fraud claims. The set is regarded as a strong choice for cross-jurisdictional matters, and is regularly instructed in cases arising in the energy and shipping sectors. Fraud claims involving difficult elements of insurance law are also a key strength for the team. Members are well versed in both obtaining and resisting freezing injunctions, and also routinely advise their clients on asset recovery. The set has recently acted in Maroil Trading Inc v Cally Shipholdings Inc & others, arising out of alleged fraudulent behaviour and related breaches of settlements in a complex web of connected companies and transactions.
Strengths
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"Greg Leyden is a brilliant senior clerk who is willing to talk and negotiate appropriately."
"7KBW has a real strength in its clerking team. The level of service you get from the clerking team is unique, particularly from Joe Clayton."
"Gary Rose is a great clerk who is really easy to get on with."
"Greg Leyden is a brilliant senior clerk who is willing to talk and negotiate appropriately."
"7KBW has a real strength in its clerking team. The level of service you get from the clerking team is unique, particularly from Joe Clayton."
"Gary Rose is a great clerk who is really easy to get on with."
Notable Practitioners
Jonathan Gaisman KC is a well-regarded commercial silk and a go-to for high-value and complex fraud disputes. He is noted for his expertise in cases arising in the maritime sector.
"Jonathan is such a smooth advocate. His presentational skills are absolutely fabulous."
Michael Ryan is a well-regarded junior offering expertise in civil fraud disputes involving allegations of deceit, bribery, forgery and the misappropriation of assets. He is experienced in the handling of fraud arising in the banking, insurance and commodities sectors.
"Michael Ryan is an absolutely fantastic junior who punches above his weight."
"Michael is a sharp cookie. He really is extremely clever and he writes very well."
"Michael is outstanding. He gets straight to the point on complex issues and is highly knowledgeable in respect of obtaining worldwide freezing orders."
"He is very pragmatic, a great advocate and extremely commercial. He is brilliant with solicitors and clients."
Andrew Pearson is a sought-after litigator experienced in highly contentious fraud cases concerning duress, bribery and conspiracy.
"Andrew is very sharp. He is an excellent senior junior who is very good on his feet in court."
"Andrew is very bright, personable and commercial. He listens to the court and can think on his feet."
Keir Howie is a busy junior with considerable experience handling high-value fraud disputes and arbitrations. He is instructed in cases concerning allegations of misappropriation and dishonesty, and offers expertise in matters involving an international element.
"Keir is brilliant and gets good results for clients."
"He's a very good junior - a really nice guy and a real processor of data."
Michael Holmes KC is considered a must-have silk to instruct by well-regarded fraud practices. He is skilled in acting on behalf of both claimants and defendants in high-profile fraud cases arising in the financial sector.
"Michael has an amazing legal mind. He's a skilled advocate with amazing attention to detail."
"Michael Holmes is a brilliant technical lawyer and exceptionally responsive and a pleasure to work with."
Richard Waller KC is a leading silk with a broad commercial practice that also covers energy, insurance and shipping. He is adept at handling high-value, multiparty civil fraud litigation involving jurisdictional issues. He stands out for his skill in insurance-related fraud.
"Richard's advocacy, both written and on his feet, is of exceptional quality. He is entirely fair and detailed in all of his submissions."
Jason Robinson is an in-demand barrister whose civil fraud practice commands respect. He frequently represents clients as sole counsel in both High Court litigation and arbitrations.
"He is very user-friendly and practical. He's good on his feet, he manages cases seamlessly, and his written work is crisp and delivered immediately."
"Jason is very smart and hard-working."