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Restructuring/Insolvency: Personal Insolvency - UK-wide
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What the Team is Known For

Wedlake Bell boasts a standout practice that has experience advising private companies, individuals and trustees. The department frequently acts for insolvency practitioners, assisting with the realisation of assets, both in the UK and abroad. The team is noted for its expertise in fraud and debt recovery matters of a complex and high-value nature.

Work Highlights

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  • Wedlake Bell represented the trustees in the bankruptcy of Edward Wojakovski.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Frances Coulson
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Frances Coulson
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Frances Coulson is head of insolvency and restructuring at Wedlake Bell. She remains a pre-eminent figure in the insolvency space and is noted for her strength in litigation. She has notable expertise in fraud-related and debt recovery cases, and regularly acts for trustees.

"Frances is solution-focused and a great advocate for the client. She is pleasant and very commercial."

"Frances' reputation proceeds her. She is vastly experienced and able to get to the core of matters quickly. She has an implicit understanding of what the client needs and is very effective."

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James Latham
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James Latham has a highly regarded personal insolvency practice that often sees him represent trustees in both domestic and international matters. He is particularly active in matters involving trusts.

"James is a calm leader, even in difficult situations."

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Restructuring/Insolvency: Personal Insolvency

Frances Coulson
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Frances Coulson
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James Latham
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