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Maitland Chambers

Fraud: Civil

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Maitland Chambers

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Fraud: Civil - London (Bar)

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Maitland Chambers "has a strong and well deserved reputation for dealing with intricate commercial disputes and civil fraud cases." Members are adept at representing their clients through all stages of a claim, from the obtaining and opposing of freezing orders through to asset tracing and recovery proceedings. The set is regularly called upon to handle both domestic and international matters, and offers expertise in disputes arising in jurisdictions in Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Asia. The set has recently acted for a group of shareholder claimants against Glencore, regarding alleged bribery and corruption.

John Wiggs is the direction of clerking.

Strengths

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  • Luke Irons is good, helpful, down to earth and understanding.

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  • Maitland clerking is very good and very smooth.

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  • Maitland Chambers has a highly responsive clerking service.

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  • Maitland is very well clerked; they are incredibly responsive. Danny Wilkinson and Robert Penon they are brilliantly good.

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  • Maitland Chambers clerks provide an excellent service.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1David Mumford
    Band 1David Mumford

    David Mumford

    David Mumford KC appears in substantial pieces of civil fraud litigation arising out of such issues as dishonest assistance and the misappropriation of assets. He is skilled at employing legal tools such as search, seizure and disclosure orders.

    • He is very clever, enormously hard-working and a fantastic advocate.

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    • David Mumford KC has an uncanny ability to understand complex fact patterns almost instantly and can provide cogent and rigorous legal advice on nuanced issues on the fly.

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  • Band 3Benjamin John
    Band 3Benjamin John

    Benjamin John

    Benjamin John is an accomplished senior junior who is frequently instructed in large-value fraud proceedings involving various allegations including corruption, dishonesty and bribery. He has dealt with cases pertaining to numerous regions of the world including Africa, the Middle East, Europe and Asia.

  • Band 3Caley Wright
    Band 3Caley Wright

    Caley Wright

    Caley Wright's practice focuses on commercial litigation and arbitration. He is regularly instructed in fraud matters involving allegations such as misrepresentation, dishonest assistance and breach of fiduciary duty.

    • He is a very good advocate who has a very charming and persuasive style.

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    • His calm and measured manner is appreciated by clients and instructing counsel alike. He is pragmatic and bright.

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    • Caley Wright is a very able advocate and has an engaging manner in court.

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  • Band 3George Hayman
    Band 3George Hayman

    George Hayman

    George Hayman KC is a well-regarded silk who takes on challenging fraud cases as part of a practice that also encompasses wider commercial chancery and media law. He is adept at obtaining and responding to injunctions such as freezing orders. His cases involve various allegations including deceit and breach of trust.

    • He is brilliant on his feet and is powerful in cross-examination.

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    • He is very good on the law, practical and easy to work with and has top advocacy.

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  • Band 4Richard Morgan
    Band 4Richard Morgan

    Richard Morgan

    Richard Morgan KC applies an expert understanding of the law to fraud disputes, particularly when it comes to freezing, tracing and recovering assets. He is deeply familiar with jurisdictional issues, having acted in a number of cross-border cases.

    • Richard Morgan KC is extremely nice to work with, very collaborative in discussing strategy and points and a strong advocate.

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    • Richard Morgan was excellent. His advice was comprehensive and very clear.

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  • Band 4Thomas Munby
    Band 4Thomas Munby

    Thomas Munby

    Thomas Munby KC has a substantial civil fraud practice handling claims related to conspiracy, bankruptcy, breaches of fiduciary duty and freezing injunctions. He is often involved in multi-jurisdictional disputes and is admitted to the Bar of the British Virgin Islands.

    • His advocacy has a smooth and mature delivery.

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    • He is excellent on paper and is highly articulate and very persuasive.

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    • A joy to work with, he is considered and measured in his approach, leaving you feeling that you're in very safe hands.

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  • New SilksWatson Pringle
    New SilksWatson Pringle

    Watson Pringle

    Watson Pringle is experienced in the handling of complex civil fraud disputes involving allegations of breach of trust, breach of fiduciary duty and breach of confidence. He is regularly instructed in multi-jurisdictional disputes and has recognised expertise in conflict of laws matters.

    • He is very efficient and effective in his advocacy.

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Ranked Barristers at Maitland Chambers (7)

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