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7 King's Bench Walk

Fraud: Civil

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7 King's Bench Walk

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Fraud: Civil - London (Bar)

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

7 King's Bench Walk houses a strong team of senior and junior barristers experienced in the handling of complex and high-value civil fraud claims. The set is regarded as a strong choice for cross-jurisdictional matters, and is regularly instructed in cases arising in the energy and shipping sectors. Fraud claims involving difficult elements of insurance law are also a key strength for the team. Members are well versed in both obtaining and resisting freezing injunctions, and also routinely advise their clients on asset recovery. Sources note that "7KBW members are always supportive in achieving the best outcome for clients." The set has recently acted in VTB Bank v JSC Antipinsky Refinery and Sberbank of Russia, appearing for a Russian bank in claims alleging breach of contract, deceit and conspiracy.

Greg Leyden is the senior clerk.

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Strengths

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  • The 7 King's Bench Walk clerks are great. Greg Leyden, Joe Clayton and Gary Rose are very approachable and commercially oriented.

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  • The clerks are quick to turnaround potential instruction enquiries to the benefit of their members.

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  • Joe Clayton is one of the strongest clerks in the city.

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  • Gary Rose is very responsive and user-friendly.

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  • Greg Leyden, the senior clerk, is very good, and he builds relationships with you.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jonathan Gaisman
    Jonathan Gaisman

    Jonathan Gaisman

    Jonathan Gaisman KC is a well-regarded commercial silk and a go-to for high-value and complex fraud disputes. He is noted for his expertise in cases arising in the maritime sector.

    • He has exceptional advocacy because he really gets to the bottom of the detail.

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  • Andrew Pearson
    Andrew Pearson

    Andrew Pearson

    Andrew Pearson is a sought-after litigator experienced in highly contentious fraud cases concerning duress, bribery and conspiracy.

    • Andrew Pearson is bright, hard-working, very good on his feet and has good judgement on tactical issues.

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    • He is excellent strategically.

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  • Keir Howie
    Keir Howie

    Keir Howie

    Keir Howie is a busy junior with considerable experience handling high-value fraud disputes and arbitrations. He is instructed in cases concerning allegations of misappropriation and dishonesty, and offers expertise in matters involving an international element.

    • He really has an encyclopedic knowledge of the law and procedure.

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  • Michael Holmes
    Michael Holmes

    Michael Holmes

    Michael Holmes KC is considered a must-have silk to instruct by well-regarded fraud practices. He is skilled in acting on behalf of both claimants and defendants in high-profile fraud cases arising in the financial sector.

    • Really hard-working, strong intellectually and has good advocacy and presentation.

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    • He is a very good advocate, and he has a brilliant analytical mind that cuts through to what matters.

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  • Richard Waller
    Richard Waller

    Richard Waller

    Richard Waller KC is a leading silk with a broad commercial practice that also covers energy, insurance and shipping. He is adept at handling high-value, multiparty civil fraud litigation involving jurisdictional issues. He stands out for his skill in insurance-related fraud.

    • He provides very clear and commercial advice.

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    • He is really smart and has excellent judgement as to what to pursue and what not to.

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  • Jason Robinson
    Jason Robinson

    Jason Robinson

    Jason Robinson KC is an in-demand barrister whose civil fraud practice commands respect. He frequently represents clients as sole counsel in both High Court litigation and arbitrations.

    • An excellent cross-examiner and advocate who has commercially minded solutions.

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    • He is very robust and energetic, and he really understands what clients need in hard-fought cases.

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  • Michael Ryan
    Michael Ryan

    Michael Ryan

    Michael Ryan is a well-regarded barrister offering expertise in civil fraud disputes involving allegations of deceit, bribery, forgery and the misappropriation of assets. He is experienced in the handling of fraud arising in the banking, insurance and commodities sectors.

    • He is a very confident advocate. He is really impressive.

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    • He can unpack quite complicated evidence into streamlined case methodology and strategy.

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    • He has brilliant strategy and thinks outside the box to ensure he fights every point necessary to win the case.

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