Business Intelligence & Investigations
Litigation Support Guide 2024 : UK-wide
Band 1
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+44 (0) 204 534 3580Chambers Review
Raedas is a highly regarded investigations firm exclusively specialising in complex disputes. The firm regularly acts on behalf of the world's leading law firms on significant litigation and arbitration matters. Its London-based team provides market-leading, bespoke intelligence gathering that is supported by its experience in investigative methodologies, legal discovery and disclosure processes.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They have deep commercial and political instincts, and are able to develop in-country source assets that are second to none when it comes to intelligence."
"They are excellent, first class - one of the pre-eminent investigation firms out there."
"They've been excellent. We got very useful information and they presented that in a very clear fashion. It was a smooth and positive experience."
"They have deep commercial and political instincts, and are able to develop in-country source assets that are second to none when it comes to intelligence."
"They are excellent, first class - one of the pre-eminent investigation firms out there."
"They've been excellent. We got very useful information and they presented that in a very clear fashion. It was a smooth and positive experience."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Wordsworth is regarded by many sources as a pre-eminent figure in the British market for intelligence relating to the former Soviet Union, having been engaged in some of the last decade's most prominent disputes connected with Russia, Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Wordsworth often assists clients in complex investigations, politically motivated tax claims, extradition requests and accusations of corruption.
"I like him a lot; he's very, very clever. As a leader, he's hands-on and does a lot of research himself."
Joana Rego is a co-founding partner at Raedas and a thoroughly experienced investigator. She regularly coordinates with legal counsel, PR, third-party funders and other intelligence operatives in high-stakes evidence-gathering exercises. Rego's practice is global, and she is fluent in Portuguese, English, French, Spanish and German.
"She's really responsive and on top of the detail. The work product is really good."
"One of Joana's absolute strengths is her activity and responsiveness; she's a pleasure to deal with."
"Joana's our go-to, she's really on top of detail, is very charming, knows where to push and when to push. She has a great understanding of complex litigation and why we're looking for things."
Nicholas Bortman is a founding partner of the firm and a highly experienced practitioner in corruption investigations, and bilateral investment treaty and civil arbitration proceedings. Bortman is particularly competent in Middle East matters, where he has a proven track record in evidence gathering within jurisdictions with minimal disclosure requirements.
"Nicholas is very responsive, highly professional and we very much appreciate his work."
"He's very practical and thoughtful about way you go about these investigations. He's been excellent."