UK Guide 2026 : London (Firms)
Ranked Individuals
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Charles Russell Speechlys advises clients on high-stake disputes in the contentious insolvency arena, regularly working on both domestic and cross-border litigation. The team's clients include creditors and professional services firms acting as liquidators.
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Charles Russell Speechlys represented the joint liquidators of Greensill in proceedings brought by Credit Suisse against SoftBank and Greensill relating to the latter's collapse.
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I really like the Charles Russell Speechlys team a lot; they're really bright, and I feel very comfortable and confident in their advice. Having them with me is very reassuring.
Charles Russell Speechlys' team stands out for ingenious development and flawless execution of cross-border strategies, piercing fraud and tracing and recovering assets in a cost-effective manner.
Charles Russell Speechlys know how to be practical and commercial without being pedantic.
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James Hyne is an esteemed practitioner with expertise in contentious insolvency matters. He acts for administrators and liquidators in litigation pertaining to asset recovery and the competing priority of subordinated debt structures.
James Hyne is a fantastic team leader; he is very confident in his own opinions and lets other team members speak up. He is a very approachable, affable person with a nice work ethic.
James Hyne knows his stuff; he is fantastic in terms of client support and very quick to respond to queries and get back to you. I am very pleased with all his support over the years.
James Hyne is a very big name in the litigation space, with a very successful practice.
Roger Elford specialises in contentious insolvency and restructuring, with significant experience in domestic and multi-jurisdictional disputes. He has particular expertise in real estate-related insolvency matters.
Roger Elford has a uniquely effective leadership style, which inspires all members of his team to perform at exemplary levels.
Roger Elford is a talented and technical lawyer who is approachable and easy to use.
I can trust Roger Elford's judgement on big calls. He knows when to make a move and when we should bide our time. He is a very skilled practitioner.
Restructuring/Insolvency: Litigation
Restructuring/Insolvency: Litigation
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