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Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP

Banking Litigation

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Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP

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Banking Litigation - UK-wide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton has noted cross-border capability, as well as the expertise to handle complex disputes concerning a range of issues within the banking industry. It is particularly strong in relation to derivatives and national bond litigation, and is proficient in regulatory investigations and enforcement matters. Cleary Gottlieb represents a wide range of clients, including international financial institutions, individual investors, national governments and trade associations.
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Work Highlights

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  • Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton acted for Fir Tree Partners in proceedings brought against SBB concerning allegations of a breach of financial covenant in certain SBB EMTN Notes held by Fir Tree.

Strengths

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  • Working with the Cleary team is like having additional, brilliant members of the team – the service is seamless.

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  • From partner to associate, Cleary has some of the top brains in the business.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jonathan Kelly
    Jonathan Kelly

    Jonathan Kelly

    Jonathan Kelly is firmly established as one of the pre-eminent banking litigators in London. He is carefully attuned to the challenges faced by financial institutions in tackling a wide range of high-stakes issues and frequently advises on complex cross-border cases.

    • He is a senior figure in the London banking world and regarded as a top practitioner.

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  • James Brady-Banzet
    James Brady-Banzet

    James Brady-Banzet

    James Brady is noted for his handling of complex financial disputes. He has experience acting for investment banks in cross-border litigation concerning insolvency and financial mis-selling.

    • He has vast experience of all forms of banking litigation. He is incredibly hard working and has a real eye for the details in a case.

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    • James is a seriously clever lawyer who will not miss a trick.

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  • James Norris-Jones
    James Norris-Jones

    James Norris-Jones

    James Norris-Jones' expertise in banking and financial service litigation includes joint venture, contractual and insolvency related disputes. He regularly acts on cases with a cross-border element.

    • James is an excellent lawyer.

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