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Wedlake Bell LLP

Restructuring/Insolvency: Personal Insolvency

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Wedlake Bell LLP

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Restructuring/Insolvency: Personal Insolvency - UK-wide

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Wedlake Bell boasts a standout practice that has experience advising private companies, individuals and trustees. The department frequently acts for insolvency practitioners, assisting with the realisation of assets, both in the UK and abroad. The team is noted for its expertise in fraud and debt recovery matters of a complex and high-value nature.

Strengths

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  • The Wedlake Bell team are highly experienced in insolvency litigation matters.

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  • Wedlake Bell take a diligent approach and have the ability to provide both practical and technical advice with speed and clarity.

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  • The team brings a commercial and realistic approach to litigation while remaining tough and focused on achieving the best result for clients.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Frances Coulson
    Band 1Frances Coulson

    Frances Coulson

    Frances Coulson is head of insolvency and restructuring at Wedlake Bell. She remains a pre-eminent figure in the insolvency space and is noted for her strength in litigation. She has notable expertise in fraud-related and debt recovery cases, and regularly acts for trustees.

    • She is technically excellent and consistently delivers to an exceptional standard.

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    • Frances has an unmatched level of expertise across the full spectrum of personal and corporate insolvency matters.

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    • Frances Coulson is an incredibly astute lawyer; no fuss no frills, just results.

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  • Band 3James Latham
    Band 3James Latham

    James Latham

    James Latham has a highly regarded personal insolvency practice that often sees him represent trustees in both domestic and international matters. He is particularly active on matters involving trusts.

    • I have every confidence in his expertise and advice. He is technically excellent and highly commercial.

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Ranked Individuals at Wedlake Bell LLP (2)

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    Frances Coulson

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    James Latham

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