UK Bar
Commercial Dispute Resolution - London (Bar)
Strengths
"James is strategically good and presents well in his submissions; he is very clear in all he does."
"James is as sharp as a tack. He's super-responsive, friendly and a real team player."
Gambling Disputes - All Circuits
James McWilliams has a strong knowledge of gambling disputes, particularly those with a crossover with fraud or insolvency. He has extensive experience of being instructed in matters related to spread betting, and acts for several high-profile clients.
Strengths
"James is very good. He's very calm and diligent, and works extremely hard. He's good as an advocate; the way he presented to the judge was excellent."
"James is phenomenally bright; he's someone who is constantly the smartest person in the room. He's the A-team of the Bar. He's very calm, reassuring to clients and just fantastic."
Fraud: Civil - London (Bar)
James McWiliams is a talented barrister with recognised expertise in high-value civil fraud and asset tracing matters. He is regularly instructed to both obtain and resist applications for worldwide freezing orders, search orders and proprietary injunctions, and has experience appearing both led and unled in complex disputes.
Strengths
"James is very bright, responsive and hard-working. He's very creative and very good at drafting. He's superb."
"James is hugely hard-working, always on top of the detail and always thinks ahead. He is super strategic."
"James is strategically good, is very clear and presents well in his submissions."