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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

Commercial and Corporate Litigation

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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

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Commercial and Corporate Litigation - London (Firms)

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Hogan Lovells is a top-quality litigation outfit with considerable experience in handling complex, high-value cases. It has noted strength in corporate matters, including big-ticket shareholder, joint venture and post-acquisition disputes. The firm is also well known for its ability to take on cases with challenging multi-jurisdictional aspects. Solicitors at the firm are instructed by an enviable array of clients, including financial institutions, mining companies and ultra high net worth individuals.
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Work Highlights

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  • Hogan Lovells continued to defend BAT against claims in connection with a sale and purchase agreement against the backdrop of the counterparty's liability

    for the clean-up of the Lower Fox River in Wisconsin and the Kalamazoo River in Michigan.

Strengths

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  • The team is very commercial and practical, focusing on the key issues. Hogan Lovells is clear and to the point, and does not over-service.

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  • Hogan Lovells is incredibly detail-oriented in very complex high stake litigation. The firm relentlessly acts for your best interests, and does not cut any corners. It is a resourceful, talented team.

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  • Hogan Lovells stands out for its deep understanding of the law, coupled with their strategic and commercial mindset. The firm's dynamic, strategic adaptability in evolving circumstances evolve is key.

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  • Hogan Lovells deals with a wide range of legal issues and has a depth of experience that is second to none.

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  • Hogan Lovells' strengths are its experience, strategic thinking and commercial approach. The team is made up of sophisticated, experienced lawyers with a wide variety of expertise and skills.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Chris Hardman
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    Chris Hardman

    Chris Hardman is well respected in the market for his excellence in handling high-value commercial and corporate disputes.

    • Chris Hardman demonstrates a strategic vision of the problem and offers effective ways to solve it.

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  • Kevin Lloyd
    Kevin Lloyd

    Kevin Lloyd

    Kevin Lloyd has an outstanding reputation as a commercial litigator, regularly acting on major cases that centre on disputed shareholder agreements, joint ventures and contractual breaches. He acts for an extensive client base that includes leading natural resources companies and private equity firms.

    • Kevin Lloyd is a very experienced partner with a strategic and commercial approach to litigation and broad experience in complex cases. He is always available and helpful.

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    • Kevin Lloyd is a real statesman in the UK litigation market, he knows everything and everyone. He has sound judgement and the ability to manage cases at a high level and engage deeply with the detail.

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  • Alex Sciannaca
    Alex Sciannaca

    Alex Sciannaca

    Alex Sciannaca has a significant practice advising on weighty contract disputes and other commercial litigation matters. He frequently advises on cases involving complex cross-border and offshore aspects.

    • Alex's quality of work is impeccable, and his approach is systematic and pragmatic. He is always calm even in stressful situations.

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    • Alex is clever, thoughtful and makes sure he thinks through all issues. He is realistic about the outcome of cases.

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  • Neil Mirchandani
    Neil Mirchandani

    Neil Mirchandani

    Neil Mirchandani possesses a high degree of expertise in commercial and corporate disputes, with notable experience in litigation involving multiple jurisdictions. He is known for his work with clients from the financial services sector and also represents high net worth individuals.

    • You cannot buy experience and Neil Mirchandani has it in spades.

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    • Neil is class, he knows everything from costs to procedure.

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  • Ivan Shiu
    Ivan Shiu

    Ivan Shiu

    Ivan Shiu is adept at handling contractual and shareholder disputes, particularly in cases where there is a strong international element. He represents companies in a diverse range of sectors, including financial services, technology, telecoms and transport.

    • He is very commercial and I've found him to be great.

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    • Ivan has an outstanding intellect and tactical acumen.

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    • Ivan Shiu is enormously impressive, the perfect balance of legal excellence, commercial pragmatism and client care.

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    • Ivan is a deep thinker, he leaves no stone unturned.

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