Restructuring/Insolvency: Disputes
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Stephenson Harwood is a highly regarded team for its expertise in both corporate and personal insolvency disputes. The team is strong in complex and cross-border asset recovery work, particularly where there is an element of fraud. The team also has experience in bankruptcy proceedings against former high net worth individuals. The team advises a broad range of clients including insolvency practitioners and corporates.
Strengths
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"Stephenson Harwood has a good team with deeply experienced partnersand strong associates. They are always very responsive and provide detailed analysis as required."
"The Stephenson Harwood team are subject matter experts and they are constantly available at short notice to support with complex and time-sensitive opportunities."
"Stephenson Harwood has a good team with deeply experienced partnersand strong associates. They are always very responsive and provide detailed analysis as required."
"The Stephenson Harwood team are subject matter experts and they are constantly available at short notice to support with complex and time-sensitive opportunities."
Notable Practitioners
Ian Benjamin advises a broad range of clients, including insolvency practitioners and lenders, on corporate restructurings and distressed M&A. He has experience in the retail and real estate sectors.
"Ian has an immense depth of insolvency experience and provides a safe pair of hands in a challenging insolvency."
"Ian is a pleasure to work with. He is accessible, incredibly responsive and able to translate complex legal matters into practical advice."
"Ian is a relaxed and proactive lawyer who can cut through the technical stuff by applying common sense."
Julian Cahn is head of the restructuring and insolvency department at Stephenson Harwood and has a highly regarded contentious insolvency focus. He acts for all insolvency stakeholders and has strong cross-jurisdictional expertise.
"Julian is a bankruptcy expert. He is technical and very approachable.He is knowledgeable in all aspects and can be relied upon for technical expertise."
"Julian Cahn is a go-to lawyer and a great insolvency litigator. He does all the worrying for his client and thinks through all the angles to provide well-rounded advice."
Tal Goldsmith has a highly regarded contentious insolvency practice and is particularly noted for her expertise in matters relating to fraud. Goldsmith's clients include administrators, receivers and liquidators, alongside distressed corporates.
"Tal is a force to be reckoned with.She is very commercial in her approach and provides good advice and guidance."
"Tal Goldsmith has a wealth of experience in asset recovery matters involving insolvency. She knows what she's doing and achieves successful results."
"Tal Goldsmith is knowledgeable in all areas of insolvency law and provides sound advice."