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PCB Byrne

Restructuring/Insolvency: Litigation

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PCB Byrne

Rankings

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Restructuring/Insolvency: Litigation - London (Firms)

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

PCB Byrne offer high-quality advice to a variety of stakeholders, including directors, creditors and insolvency practitioners. The firm is adept at handling both individual and corporate insolvency, with expertise spanning cross-border asset recovery and complex restructurings.

Strengths

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  • PCB Byrne are hugely experienced in contentious issues. They have a practical and commercial approach, and look outside the box to find solutions.

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  • PCB Byrne's work was outstanding. They have been adding significant value to our business with their advice and execution.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Anthony Riem
    Band 3Anthony Riem

    Anthony Riem

    Anthony Riem possesses vast experience acting in a broad range of insolvency-related disputes. He is highly adept at navigating complex cross-border scenarios.

    • Anthony Riem has strong instincts for any case. He knows the Insolvency Act and all rules surrounding it inside out.

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    • Anthony Riem is an outstanding thinker and strategist. He is happy to invest time to work out and construct practical solutions, conscious of budgets and timescales – all done with a smile.

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    • Anthony Riem has an encyclopaedic brain. Clients trust him completely.

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  • Up and ComingDavid Johnson
    Up and ComingDavid Johnson

    David Johnson

    David Johnson is noted for his work in complex insolvency cross-border disputes, including freezing orders and asset recoveries.

    • David has a level of gravitas where he can talk through an issue without being cautious, with his advice clearly being backed up by a lot of knowledge. He is a delight to work with.

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    • David Johnson is an exceptional lawyer. His knowledge, understanding of the core issues at hand, responsiveness and management of the case are outstanding. I would recommend him to anyone.

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    • David Johnson really thinks outside the box. If you want a lawyer who can give you more than just two options, he's your man. He is a great tactician.

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