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Commercial and Corporate Litigation - UK
3
Band 3
What the team is known for

Addleshaw Goddard has a robust team involved in a range of commercial and corporate litigation. It handles disputes arising out of M&A transactions and commercial agreements, along with significant corporate disputes. The team acts for major companies in the pharmaceutical, food and transport sectors, as well as investment and private equity funds. It has further expertise in disputes concerning the technology sector.

Work Highlights

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  • Addleshaw Goddard continued to act for Unitel, Angola's largest telecommunications company, in its Commercial Court proceedings against Unitel International Holdings (UIH), a Dutch company owned by former Unitel chairwoman Isabel dos Santos.  Unitel is seeking the repayment of funds lent to UIH in 2012 and 2013 while Ms dos Santos was at the helm of both companies.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Mark Molyneux
4
Band 4

Mark Molyneux is head of the disputes practice at Addleshaw Goddard. He is an experienced litigator who regularly handles highly complex cases concerning commercial and corporate interests in the UK and internationally.

"Mark is brilliant - he has good client management skills and approaches things with common sense."

"He is a fantastic strategist, I cannot speak highly enough of him."

5
Maria Frangeskides
5
Band 5

Maria Frangeskides advises high net worth individuals and large corporates on a range of commercial disputes. She is particularly sought after for her experience in matters pertaining to joint venture and contract disputes.

"Maria is responsive and realistic, with good judgement and a very good way with clients."

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Lauren Hamilton
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Up and Coming

Lauren Hamilton represents both corporates and individuals in relation to commercial disputes. She has particular experience in technology-related matters such as those concerning IT supply contracts and transformation projects.

"Lauren is a pleasure to work with."

"She is impressive and isn't afraid to make decisions on a case."

Ranked Lawyers at
Addleshaw Goddard LLP

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Commercial and Corporate Litigation

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Mark Molyneux
4
Band 4
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Maria Frangeskides
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Band 5
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Lauren Hamilton
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Up and Coming