Andrew Ford
UK Guide 2025
Band 3 : Fraud: Civil
Band 3
About
Provided by Andrew Ford
Practice Areas
Andrew Ford is a leading commercial litigator focused on large international disputes,
fraud, and asset tracing exercises. His expertise includes disputes involving banking
transactions, derivatives, claims in tort and unfair prejudice allegations (minority
shareholder actions). Recognized for his expertise in international fraud cases, Andrew
has significant experience with investigating acts of fraud and pursuing related claims,
and defending against allegations of fraud.
Andrew has undertaken a large number of investigations and prosecutions on behalf of
professional regulatory bodies, and has niche experience with disciplinary investigations
into allegations of dishonesty and corruption. He has represented sportsmen faced with
allegations of match-fixing and the use of banned substances. Andrew also represents
various individuals and sporting organisations in civil litigation.
Andrew’s cases are nearly always international, with a significant number emanating
from Continental Europe and the Middle East. Clients and peers appreciate Andrew’s
commerciality and ability to develop strategies to resolve the most complicated and large-scale frauds, and his efficient, pragmatic and down to earth approach.
Prior to joining LK, Andrew was European Regional Leader of Withers’ Commercial
Litigation and Fraud Group, a role he assumed in September 2009 after spending three
years in the firm’s Geneva office
Chambers Review
UK
Andrew Ford is a strong commercial litigator with considerable experience handling international fraud cases. His expertise includes cases with allegations of conspiracy, misappropriation and asset stripping.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"He is an excellent team leader with a real ability to find creative solutions to complex legal problems."
"He is a no-nonsense, tough, really solid and able guy."
"He is an excellent team leader with a real ability to find creative solutions to complex legal problems."
"He is a no-nonsense, tough, really solid and able guy."