Chambers Review
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Disputes (International & Cross-Border) - UK
What the Team is Known For
RPC is a law firm admired for its ability to advise on a range of contentious matters and is often highlighted as a law firm that combines an English law focus with an impressive grasp and understanding of international markets. Its London group adroitly handles litigation with a cross-border dimension, particularly in the areas of banking, insurance and professional negligence.
The RPC London disputes team boasts an international client base and specialises in high-stakes banking litigation, acting on the plaintiff side, renowned for taking cases to represent clients' interests against large global banks. RPC is noted for its strong Russia and CIS focus and also represents sanctioned individuals from the USA. Utilising its TerraLex network, the law firm enjoys relationships with firms across 117 countries, which includes a reciprocal referral process. RPC also has particularly strong relationships with a number of firms in key jurisdictions, including New York, Hamburg and Switzerland, while Singapore and Hong Kong-related disputes are dealt with in-house.
Strengths
RPC have a very strong presence in cross-border disputes and are often found in high-profile cases.
We are impressed with how RPC works on a cross-border basis. They are excellent in listening to other counsel in other jurisdictions and adapting their thinking to accommodate.
RPC are really good at working in an international environment and at coordinating multi-jurisdictional mandates.