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Baker McKenzie acts for some of the world's largest and most prestigious financial institutions and advises on some of the biggest, most complex cases. Financial institutions are attracted to Baker McKenzie's global footprint and unparalleled international reach. The team's industry expertise demonstrates a deep knowledge of organisational dynamics, banking processes and risk management programs. The firm is renowned for its compliance & investigations expertise and its investigations for banks are a key part of that offering.

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Banking Litigation - UK-wide

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie is a well-regarded firm with excellent international reach, able to handle significant disputes with multi-jurisdictional elements. It advises a range of leading financial institutions on cross-border litigation and investigations, alongside roles advising public and regulatory bodies on public law matters. The department boasts further complementary expertise in relation to contentious trusts and white-collar criminal proceedings. Baker McKenzie offers ancillary abilities in international arbitration to help resolve financial disputes.

Work Highlights

  • Baker McKenzie acted for the Bank of Baroda in claims brought by the administrators of NMC in relation to a major alleged fraud which is said to have resulted in the collapse of the NMC healthcare group of companies.

Strengths

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Baker McKenzie very quickly appreciate its client's position, no matter how niche or nuanced it is, and is able to advise with that in mind.

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The Baker McKenzie team is responsive and regularly checks in to discuss topical developments using its strong grasp of the issues in the industry.

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Notable Practitioners

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3
Marc Florent
3
Band 3
Marc Florent adroitly handles a wide range of contentious financial matters. He is extensively experienced in litigating disputes involving structured financial products, including significant cross-border cases.

Marc is an extremely confident, astute and resolute adviser, who inspires a general feeling of being in safe hands.

Marc's intuition for the outcomes of the twists and turns of litigation is remarkable, as are his highly skilled negotiation and drafting skills.

Marc is a sensible and able litigator who understands every angle.

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Marc Florent
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