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Commercial Dispute Resolution - London (Bar)

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

4 Pump Court exhibits marked capability in the commercial litigation market and has expertise spanning a wide range of disciplines, such as construction, energy, insurance and shipping. Its barristers adroitly tackle international mandates, steering clients through cases across the globe, including in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. Members have been involved in a number of high-profile mandates recently, including numerous claims against insurers made by lessors and owners of aircraft stranded in Russia following the invasion of Ukraine; Palmali, Mansimov and others v Socar and others, a series of disputes involving allegations of terrorist funding, theft and embezzlement; and Tata Consulting Services v DBS, a major public procurement case. A source praises the team's "exceptional advocacy." Another reports "they are my go-to set for any commercial dispute, whether at KC or junior level." Carl Wall and Stewart Gibbs are the senior clerks.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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2
Nigel Tozzi
2
Band 2

Nigel Tozzi is a superb barrister who does all aspects of commercial dispute resolution.

Nigel is a really polished advocate who has a lovely advocacy style – he is aggressive but in a fantastic way.

He is a very experienced barrister who is at the top of his game.

Nigel has a wealth of experience and carries great authority. He is very well respected by the judges.

2
Stephen Cogley
2
Band 2

Stephen is extremely robust and fights hard to achieve the client's aims. He has a huge ability to assimilate information and deliver advice in the most efficient way.

Stephen is very good and a proper Commercial Court bruiser. He is trusted, hands-on, very hard-working and someone who thrives at trial.

Laurence Page
3
Laurence Page
3
Band 3

Laurence is an excellent strategic advocate who is great with clients.

Laurence is another real star at the set. He is terrific.

Laurence Page is an excellent advocate who is very smooth, persuasive, commercial and successful.

4
Benjamin Pilling
4
Band 4

Ben is an exceptionally good silk. I could not recommend him highly enough for his strategic foresight, fine judgement and measured but persuasive advocacy style.

Benjamin Pilling KC is incredibly responsive and very helpful.

Benjamin Pilling KC is truly excellent. A thoroughly enjoyable person to work with, he is super sharp-witted and commercially savvy with it. It always feels like he is part of the team.

5
Nick Vineall
5
Band 5

He is an excellent advocate who is user-friendly and someone who provides quality advice.

He is a properly respected figure who is doing really interesting, knotty appeals.

Alexander Wright
6
Alexander Wright
6
Band 6

Absolutely brilliant and extremely clever; there's nothing not to like about him. His written work is excellent, he's easy to work with, he's extremely hard-working and he's very prompt.

6
Gideon Shirazi
6
Band 6

Gideon is a robust and commercial senior junior with acute specialist sectoral insight.

Gideon Shirazi has been very helpful to us. I appreciate his ability to think outside of the box and come up with creative solutions to a case.

Gideon Shirazi is one to watch. He is very user-friendly and provides a great level of client service.

Kajetan Wandowicz
6
Kajetan Wandowicz
6
Band 6

Kajetan's is a rising star whose technical analysis and strategic thinking are really, really good. He is very clever and presents well.

Kajetan Wandowicz's written work is really good. It is clear, succinct and constitutes actionable advice for busy practitioners.

Everyone who has worked with Kajetan has been impressed. I can't speak highly enough of him. If I can go to him, I go to him.

Kajetan is a fine junior whose real strong point is the international side of his practice. He has great experience of cross-jurisdictional matters, in particular in places like Eastern Europe.

Ranked Barristers at
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Band

Silks (KC)

London (Bar)

Commercial Dispute Resolution

2
Nigel Tozzi KC
2
Band 2
2
Stephen Cogley KC
2
Band 2
4
Benjamin Pilling KC
4
Band 4
5
Nick Vineall KC
5
Band 5
Alexander Wright KC
6
Alexander Wright KC
6
Band 6

Juniors

London (Bar)

Commercial Dispute Resolution

Laurence Page
3
Laurence Page
3
Band 3
6
Gideon Shirazi
6
Band 6
Kajetan Wandowicz
6
Kajetan Wandowicz
6
Band 6