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Herbert Smith Freehills' well-equipped department assists clients with commercial and financial litigation. The team frequently advises on mandates relating to contract breaches and allegations of fraud. The practice represents a range of energy, financial services, insurance and construction clients. The law firm is also adept at handling cross-border matters, especially in African jurisdictions.
Work Highlights
- Herbert Smith Freehills represented Caisse d'Épargne et de Prévoyance Bourgogne Franche-Comté in a EUR50 million shareholder dispute before the Commercial Court of Dijon.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"HSF has a very strong team and delivers strong-quality work."
"HSF has a responsive and complementary team with lawyers who are available and attentive to the interests and concerns of the clients."
"HSF has a very strong team and delivers strong-quality work."
"HSF has a responsive and complementary team with lawyers who are available and attentive to the interests and concerns of the clients."
Notable Practitioners
Clément Dupoirier is active across a wide range of civil and commercial litigation matters, with notable expertise in insurance and post-acquisition disputes.
"His risk analysis and strategic thinking provides us with invaluable tactical assistance to defend our interests in cross-border legal proceedings."
Antoine Juaristi is highly regarded in the field of financial litigation, notably in the context of proceedings instigated by the French financial and banking authorities.