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Stewarts

Commercial and Corporate Litigation

Europe Guide 2026 : UK


Stewarts

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Chambers Review

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Commercial and Corporate Litigation - UK

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For
Stewarts has a sizeable presence in contentious corporate matters and the ability to handle disputes with big-ticket values. The London team has a solid reputation for taking the lead on behalf of claimants in large-scale shareholder actions while also assisting clients with breach of contract claims and other commercial disputes. The firm also shows notable expertise in handling matters with complex offshore aspects.
Strengths

Stewarts is very responsive and very sharp when issuing advice and analysis.

Stewarts is a really strong outfit with a great depth of experience throughout the team. The firm is very collaborative.

Stewarts provides excellent legal analysis of the possible heads of claim, and their various pros and cons, alongside timely responses.

The team provides practical and timely advice and support in helping us to deal with complex litigation. Stewarts are very good at guiding non-UK clients through procedural requirements.

Stewarts has a measured approach to disputes and provides solid advice.

Work Highlights

Stewarts acted for 44 claimants in their £500 million S90a FSMA claim against Petrofac.

Notable practitioners
Lucy Ward
Lucy Ward represents a range of clients in commercial disputes, including corporates, sovereign wealth funds and institutional investors. She has particular expertise in advising on multiparty proceedings.

Lucy Ward is an excellent lawyer who is commercial and responsive.

Lucy is responsive and astute.

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