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Fraud: Civil - London (Bar)

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

The barristers at 4 New Square Chambers are routinely instructed in international, high-profile fraud disputes covering a variety of sectors including the financial, energy and insurance sectors. The set appears in many offshore litigation matters and has notable experience in asset recovery and tracing, and in claims concerning allegations of fraudulent misrepresentation, unlawful means conspiracy and breach of fiduciary duties. Sources note that "this department has a set of barristers which have a wide and in-depth understanding of the law surrounding civil fraud, and are able to develop and implement strategies to effectively achieve a client's goal". Recent instructions for the set include Vneshprombank LLC v Georgy Bedzhamov & Ors, a fraud claim brought by a Russian bank in liquidation against a Russian businessman.

Lizzy Stewart is the senior clerk.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Justin Fenwick
1
Justin Fenwick
1
Band 1

Justin Fenwick KC manages an impressive commercial litigation caseload and deals with numerous UK and offshore fraud disputes involving a variety of allegations. In addition to appearing as an advocate, he serves as a deputy High Court judge.

Justin Fenwick is an astonishing lawyer, advocate and strategist.

His trial advocacy is impressive.

Daniel Saoul
2
Daniel Saoul
2
Band 2

Daniel Saoul KC is a specialist commercial practitioner with considerable experience in fraud cases. He appears in domestic and international litigation proceedings, as well as arbitrations. He has experience appearing before the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal.

An excellent advocate.

He is very effective in his submissions.

A barrister at the top of his game.

His written work is top of the line; it is very effective and clean.

George Spalton
4
George Spalton
4
Band 4

George Spalton KC boasts an enviable practice that regularly sees him representing blue-chip clients in complex civil fraud litigation, both in the High Court and in arbitration.

He has a smooth advocacy style.

As well as being a great barrister, he was also a great manager of his large team, particularly in difficult circumstances.

He is an excellent cross-examiner and is great at getting to the key issues of the case.

4
Graham Chapman
4
Band 4

Graham Chapman KC is an experienced commercial silk who is regularly called upon to appear in disputes arising in offshore jurisdictions such as the Cayman Islands and the BVI. He has experience handling fraud claims arising from allegations of misrepresentation, fraudulent trading and tax avoidance.

He is a good team player who gets involved and is a very good advocate.

He has a good advocacy manner.

Graham Chapman KC is down to earth but has great intellect and is very easy to work with; he always stays calm.

Kendrah Potts
5
Kendrah Potts
5
Band 5

Kendrah Potts is quickly becoming a sought-after junior for multi-jurisdictional, high-value fraud proceedings. She is also experienced acting as sole counsel on matters, and her expertise includes advising on claims of conspiracy and bribery.

She is an impressive advocate who is incredibly client-friendly and adaptable as the case progresses.

She is commercial, realistic and gets into the detail.

Kendrah is very skilled, both on her feet and with the pen. She is able to balance the detail with a helicopter view of what matters.

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Hannah Daly
U
Up and Coming

Hannah Daly garners praise for her blossoming civil fraud practice. With previous experience working with commodities markets, she is regularly instructed on cases involving cross-border financial issues.

Her written work product and drafting skills are stellar.

Hannah is calm and measured under pressure, and produces quite brilliant work.

She is an asset to the team and goes the extra mile in terms of the value she adds.

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Silks (KC)

London (Bar)

Fraud: Civil

Justin Fenwick KC
1
Justin Fenwick KC
1
Band 1
Daniel Saoul KC
2
Daniel Saoul KC
2
Band 2
George Spalton KC
4
George Spalton KC
4
Band 4
4
Graham Chapman KC
4
Band 4

Juniors

London (Bar)

Fraud: Civil

Kendrah Potts
5
Kendrah Potts
5
Band 5
U
Hannah Daly
U
Up and Coming