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King & Spalding LLP

Fraud: Civil

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King & Spalding LLP

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Fraud: Civil - UK-wide

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

King & Spalding is a multinational firm. Its London office is recognised for its involvement in high-value and high-profile fraud cases in court and in arbitration. Its team has experience in claims of deceit, allegations of fraud and bad faith, misrepresentation, breach of fiduciary duty, misuse of confidential information and conspiracy and corruption.

Work Highlights

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  • King & Spalding successfully represented Mr Kelbrick and Attock Oil in fraud proceedings alleging a conspiracy to inflict financial losses on Farahead Holdings through allegedly fraudulent crude oil transactions.

Strengths

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  • The main partners at the firm are great, but I'm also pleased with the mid- and lower-level solicitors that support our matters. They have all been great to work with – capable, confident and smart.

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  • A key strength is that the firm recognises the appropriate time to bring investigators in on a case, what is possible and how to translate the findings of an investigation into legal action.

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  • King & Spalding have a strong team with a wealth of expertise. They deliver quality advice quickly.

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  • They are at the top of their game and deliver the best value for money. What makes them stand apart is their unmatched work ethic, superb responsiveness, user-friendliness and team versatility.

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  • The team offer excellent communication, strategy and a high-level approach. They are highly imaginative, professional and sensible. They provide sound advice where needed.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Tom Sprange
    Band 2Tom Sprange

    Tom Sprange

    Tom Sprange KC is a solicitor advocate with a great deal of experience in handling complex disputes. He has notable civil fraud expertise, bringing and defending high-value claims on behalf of clients in a wide variety of sectors, including telecoms, oil and gas, banking and transport.

    • Tom may be the client magnet of the firm. He always seems positive, very confident, comforting to the client and good on his feet, whether in arbitration or in court.

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    • Tom has provided key strategic thinking across our matters and has represented us well.

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    • Tom is hands down one of the best lawyers. He pulls together the optimal legal teams, is a great leader, is excellent with clients and is a fierce negotiator.

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    • Tom is an exceptional lawyer who I'm always happy to work with.

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  • Band 4Sarah Y Walker
    Band 4Sarah Y Walker

    Sarah Y Walker

    Sarah Walker is recognised for her depth of experience assisting clients with complex, international fraud disputes. She is instructed by corporate clients and high net worth individuals to advise on litigation strategy, asset tracing and dispute resolution.

    • Sarah is a leader in her field, with the true interests of the client always at the forefront of her mind.

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    • Sarah is seriously impressive and a pleasure to work with on a professional and personal level. She is highly experienced at knowing exactly how to use investigators and interpret their findings.

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    • Sarah is one of the sharpest women in law. She is a great problem-solver and extremely easy to work with.

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    • Sarah Walker is just wonderful to deal with. Her response times are staggering and are matched by her searing intellect.

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    • Sarah Walker is great, especially in conflicts as a first port of call. She is a brilliant lawyer.

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