Commercial and Corporate Litigation - UK
What the team is known for
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner has a well-regarded litigation practice with robust expertise in high-profile disputes in the UK and abroad. The London office is able to advise on complex cross-border matters owing to its international resources. The team regularly handles high-value commercial contracts disputes for clients across a range of sectors, including aviation, transport and logistics. The group also has expertise in shareholder disputes.
Strengths
"BCLP seem to be able to quickly make sense of complex matters, translate them into layman terms and help us move forward with swift decision-making."
"The team identify opportunities or approaches that we may not have considered, walk with us to untangle the complexity and mark a clear path through the woods."
"They have a very strong and experienced team with lots of depth and breadth."
Work highlights
BCLP acted for the Ackerman Group and Barry and Naomi Ackerman in their long-running dispute with Joseph Ackerman regarding the demerger of the Ackerman Group.
Notable practitioners
Graham Shear is the co-head of commercial disputes at BCLP. He represents corporate and high net worth individual clients in a range of matters including breach of contract claims and investment funds litigation. "Graham is highly commercial, tactically wise, driven and energetic. "If you're in a tight corner he's a great guy to have."
