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James Willan KC is a go-to barrister who has participated in a number of landmark fraud cases and is particularly knowledgeable about freezing orders. His cases concern incidents that have taken place both in the UK and in overseas jurisdictions.
James Willan KC has been called to the Bar of the BVI, and is also admitted in the DIFC, the Isle of Man and the Cayman Islands. Willan is particularly adept at unfair prejudice claims. He is frequently involved in other commercial disputes such as fraud matters, and regularly acts for financial institutions.
James Willan KC is an extremely capable and intelligent barrister with the ability to handle the most complex and intricate of issues. Besides banking disputes, he is accomplished in representing clients in civil fraud, offshore and arbitration proceedings. He acts primarily for banks and financial institutions, and consistently garners praise for the power of his analysis and his work ethic.
James Willan KC provides robust representation when handling international arbitrations governed by LCIA and SIAC rules. He is also well versed in oil rig disputes under SCMA and LMAA rules. He is also experienced in arbitration-related Commercial Court proceedings for interim relief including freezing orders.
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"A future superstar."
"James is particularly good at creative legal arguments."
"James is quite simply a genius in the field. Watching him in court is awe inspiring; he commands the respect of all in the courtroom."
"He can turn his hand to any big-ticket litigation, and is never behind the curve. He's technically brilliant, but also able to distil complicated concepts into punchy advice."
"James Willan KC is one of the most intelligent humans you'll meet. He is very approachable, lovely to deal with and can think outside the box. I couldn't recommend highly enough."
"He is extraordinary."
"Mr Willan is highly rated and skilled. He is one of the best silks that I have ever worked with."
"James is very clever and quick, he gets to the heart of complex issues. He is still quite young but someone who will go very far."
"Probably one of the most clever lawyers I've come across."
"James Willan has hit the ground running since taking silk. He's among the best that I've used."
"James is a brilliant young silk - just excellent."
"James is a very bright and well-regarded silk."
"He is a brilliant man."
"Mr Willan is highly rated and skilled. He is one of the best silks I have ever worked with."
"James is very clever and quick and he gets to the heart of complex issues."
"Probably one of the most clever lawyers I've come across."
"James is an absolute star. He is very hard-working and bright, with a brilliant future ahead of him. He's a ferocious cross-examiner, as well."
"One of the brightest guys at the Bar, James is super efficient with very good judgement. He's a very nice man and works very well with the team."
"A future superstar."
"James is particularly good at creative legal arguments."
"James is quite simply a genius in the field. Watching him in court is awe inspiring; he commands the respect of all in the courtroom."
"He can turn his hand to any big-ticket litigation, and is never behind the curve. He's technically brilliant, but also able to distil complicated concepts into punchy advice."
"James Willan KC is one of the most intelligent humans you'll meet. He is very approachable, lovely to deal with and can think outside the box. I couldn't recommend highly enough."
"He is extraordinary."
"Mr Willan is highly rated and skilled. He is one of the best silks that I have ever worked with."
"James is very clever and quick, he gets to the heart of complex issues. He is still quite young but someone who will go very far."
"Probably one of the most clever lawyers I've come across."
"James Willan has hit the ground running since taking silk. He's among the best that I've used."
"James is a brilliant young silk - just excellent."
"James is a very bright and well-regarded silk."
"He is a brilliant man."
"Mr Willan is highly rated and skilled. He is one of the best silks I have ever worked with."
"James is very clever and quick and he gets to the heart of complex issues."
"Probably one of the most clever lawyers I've come across."
"James is an absolute star. He is very hard-working and bright, with a brilliant future ahead of him. He's a ferocious cross-examiner, as well."
"One of the brightest guys at the Bar, James is super efficient with very good judgement. He's a very nice man and works very well with the team."
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