Asset Tracing & Recovery (Law Firms) - Global-wide
What the Team is Known For
Herbert Smith Freehills is a well-regarded firm for large-scale civil fraud claims, international asset tracing and the enforcement of arbitral awards. The firm has recognised experience in obtaining interim relief through freezing orders, proprietary injunctions, search orders, Norwich Pharmacal and preliminary discovery orders.
Strengths
"Every time we interact with HSF, we are impressed by legal knowledge, strategic thinking and their culture - they're always a pleasure to work with."
"Herbert Smith Freehills has a very high quality of legal support and the ability to explain complex issues in a clear format."
Work Highlights
Herbert Smith Freehills defended Australian bank Westpac in England and Wales court proceedings brought by a Canadian claimant seeking to trace funds they alleged had been transferred to a Westpac account in Australia in the course of an alleged fraudulent scam.
Notable Practitioners
Jeremy Garson has a wealth of experience in high-value cross-border asset tracing. He is engaged in sovereign debt-related mandates as well as other international fraud matters such as cyber fraud. "Jeremy Garson's a brilliant lawyer - all over the detail and with a commercial mindset." "Jeremy Garson shows a proactive and creative approach to unusual assignments." "Jeremy Garson is a very smooth operator, sophisticated, and knows his stuff."