UK Guide 2026 : London (Firms)
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Stewarts has a robust contentious restructuring/insolvency offering, with a focus on high-value cases. The firm is often instructed by office holders, as well as lenders, creditors, investors and other stakeholders. The team's portfolio spans a broad range of work, including special administrations, CVAs and non-formal restructurings.
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From senior partners down to associates, the Stewarts team is incredibly bright and experienced in dealing with complex and sophisticated cross-border matters.
Stewarts' litigation team are particularly strong; they are a delight to work with. They are a really, really strong team who work well together.
Stewarts have a superb department with great experience and the skills to take on the most sophisticated adversaries.
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Alex Jay is head of the insolvency and asset recovery department at Stewarts, and is highly regarded for his insolvency disputes work.
Alex is very commercial and really gets his teeth into the job. He understands the commerciality of insolvency litigation. He is my favourite insolvency litigator; the guy I go to for thorny issues.
Alex Jay brings a gravitas to proceedings, and you know you can trust his judgement.
Tim Symes has expert knowledge of insolvency disputes and asset recovery. He is sought after by insolvency office holders and other affected stakeholders to assist with a wide range of matters.
Tim Symes is a very experienced insolvency litigator. He is a quality adviser, who is very much a team player, and who does a good job at bringing everyone along in the same direction.
He is good at taking the emotion out and give sage advice based of facts rather than emotion. He has a good bedside manner with clients.
Restructuring/Insolvency: Litigation
Restructuring/Insolvency: Litigation
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