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Fieldfisher

Banking Litigation

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Fieldfisher

Rankings

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Banking Litigation - UK-wide

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Fieldfisher boasts extensive experience acting for major banks and financial institutions in high-value disputes. The team is adept at handling matters across a range of areas, including fraud and judgment enforcement. The team has particular expertise in cross-border banking disputes, especially in relation to India.

Work Highlights

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  • Fieldfisher represented Mr Igor Kolomoisky, the first defendant, in a USD2.6 billion claim brought by PrivatBank.

Strengths

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  • They have a really good depth of talent.

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  • They have a good approach to circling difficult and complex situations and recommending effective approaches.

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  • The Fieldfisher team has masses of directly relevant experience and the gravitas to land difficult messages with senior management.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4John McElroy
    Band 4John McElroy

    John McElroy

    John McElroy impresses with his broad-based expertise in banking litigation. He represents clients in a variety of claims brought against retail and commercial banks concerning alleged misconduct.

    • John is very easy to work with, always attentive and knowledgeable in his area.

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    • John is a very thorough partner with a great depth of legal knowledge and is also very commercially aware.

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  • Band 5Priyanka Kapoor
    Band 5Priyanka Kapoor

    Priyanka Kapoor

    Priyanka Kapoor's practice focuses heavily on multi-jurisdictional enforcement and asset recovery, particularly in relation to the Indian market. She regularly advises clients on a wide range of banking disputes and also has expertise in civil fraud, commercial litigation and regulatory disputes.

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