Banking Litigation

Eversheds Sutherland is particularly strong in connection with structured credit and investment management disputes. It can call upon extensive international resources across continental Europe and the USA to offer a robust platform for cross-border disputes. The department also offers expertise in a number of related areas affecting the banking and finance industries, including white-collar crime and contentious regulatory matters. Eversheds Sutherland regularly assists financial institutions with substantial matters concerning alleged mis-selling, fraud and misrepresentation.

"Eversheds is an excellent team that really impresses clients. Its approach to litigation helps produce excellent results."

Eversheds Sutherland advised Doha Bank in relation to several group claims brought by, in combination, approximately 400 unnamed Syrian citizens who now reside in Europe and the USA. The claimants allege that Doha Bank had a role in the funding of a terrorist group which resulted in loss and damages to the claimants in Syria.

David Flack maintains a strong practice focused on a comprehensive range of contentious financial matters. He is experienced in handling high-profile litigation pertaining to financial product mis-selling, as well as regularly advising on regulatory investigations and governance matters. "David is a very strong lawyer who is great in this space."

Practice group head Christopher Busby is noted for his expertise in contentious banking and financial services work. He advises on financial services mis-selling, mass claims issues and professional negligence claims.