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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates

Commercial and Corporate Litigation

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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates

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Commercial and Corporate Litigation - UK

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For
Skadden is recognised for its high level of corporate and litigation expertise in the UK and internationally. It has strength in shareholder disputes and matters concerning individuals based abroad, with key experience in multi-jurisdictional and offshore matters. The team is adept at handling cases at all levels, including the UK Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court.

Work Highlights

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  • Skadden represented Investcom Global Limited in a shareholder dispute with the minority shareholders in MTN Liberia.

Strengths

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  • Skadden lawyers provide extraordinary out-of-the-box thinking abilities, 24/7 service, and deep analytical skills that lead to solving the problem.

    Commercial and Corporate Litigation respondentGlobal
  • Skadden provides strategic and tactical advice on framing and bringing a complex claim. The firm grasps issues very quickly, sets expectations at a realistic level and gives strategic advice.

    Commercial and Corporate Litigation respondentGlobal
  • Skadden handles the most challenging matters, particularly where international strategies are needed. Skadden draws on a deep understanding of the jurisdictions and markets in which it operates.

    Commercial and Corporate Litigation respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 5Bruce Macaulay
    Band 5Bruce Macaulay

    Bruce Macaulay

    Bruce Macaulay has a strong track record of acting for investors and corporate entities on complex cross-border litigation. He demonstrates notable expertise in contractual and shareholder disputes.
    • Bruce is very calm and sensible, easy to deal with, and has a good relationship with clients as well.

      Commercial and Corporate Litigation respondentGlobal
    • Bruce has seen a lot of big disputes and is very strategic. He is very astute and a pleasure to work with.

      Commercial and Corporate Litigation respondentGlobal

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