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Baker McKenzie

Commercial and Corporate Litigation

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Baker McKenzie

About

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Baker McKenzie's Corporate and Commercial Litigation practice has continued to grow in size, experience and expertise. The firm's global network uniquely positions the practice to manage complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes. They act for a wide range of clients, including ultra-high net worth individuals, and they continuously and seamlessly co-ordinate international litigation projects from London, and litigate cases in London originating from other international offices and their clients.

All of Baker McKenzie's corporate & commercial litigators are aligned to industry groups, meaning cases are run by litigators who specialise in the client's sector of business which gives them a real advantage, and is a key reason why clients return again and again.

The team have extremely high-quality specialisms in fraud, financial crime, administrative & public law, and regulatory investigations, all of which are frequently required in complex corporate and commercial disputes and which often have significant reputational impact for clients.

Chambers Review

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Commercial and Corporate Litigation - London (Firms)

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For
Baker McKenzie can leverage its strong international presence to act for ultra high net worth individuals and large corporate entities on a range of commercial and corporate litigation. The London team regularly acts on complex shareholder, breach of contract and joint venture disputes, often involving multiple jurisdictions.
Notable practitioners

Hugh Lyons is a key contact at the firm.

Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie continued to defend Barclays against a group action proceeding in relation to alleged manipulation of foreign exchange rates.

Strengths

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  • The Baker McKenzie team delivers a high level of client care, flexibility and responsiveness. The firm is well placed to handle the most challenging disputes and gets to know client objectives.

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Members

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  • Ben Johnson

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