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A&O Shearman

Fraud: Civil

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A&O Shearman

Rankings

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Fraud: Civil - UK-wide

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman handles civil fraud claims for claimants and defendants, including businesses and individuals. It is deeply familiar with taking legal measures such as disclosure, search, freezing and seizure orders, and has particular expertise in dealing with fraud cases from the financial and banking sectors. The team has notable experience in the Middle East and Asia.

Work Highlights

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  • A&O represented ARISE in the claim brought against it, and ten other defendants, by Crane Bank and its shareholders, which alleges that the defendants were party to a conspiracy involving the sale of Crane Bank's assets and liabilities to another Ugandan Bank at a gross undervalue.

Strengths

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  • They're just terrific: they're incredibly 'on it'.

    Fraud: Civil respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Associates to watchJuliet de Pencier
    Associates to watchJuliet de Pencier

    Juliet de Pencier

    Juliet de Pencier is developing a strong civil fraud practice with the ability to advise on complex multi-jurisdictional litigation and asset recovery.

    • She is excellent and of a high calibre.

      Fraud: Civil respondentUK
    • She is a very, very smart cookie. She should be a partner.

      Fraud: Civil respondentUK

Ranked Individuals at A&O Shearman (1)

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