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XXIV Old Buildings

Fraud: Civil

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XXIV Old Buildings

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Fraud: Civil - London (Bar)

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

XXIV Old Buildings is regularly instructed in fraud-related disputes involving offshore jurisdictions such as the BVI and the Channel Islands. The set is also noted for its expertise in domestic disputes, and its members are experienced in the handling of cases involving allegations of conspiracy, misappropriation and fraudulent transactions. The team is also well versed in obtaining and opposing applications for injunctive relief, such as disclosure, freezing and search orders. Recent work for the set includes Voltaire Capital Holdings Ltd v Watson and others, where the claimant alleges that it was induced to invest in an FX trading business by misrepresentations by the defendants, who conspired to defraud the claimant. Sources comment that "counsel at XXIV Old Buildings are incredibly personable."

Paul Horsfield is the senior clerk.

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Strengths

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  • The clerking is always excellent, proactive and helpful, especially Ellie Sedgwick, Lyndon Tiller and George Salvage.

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  • The clerks at XXIV Old Buildings are excellent.

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  • The clerks are also excellent and very easy to work with.

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  • The clerks at XXIV Old Buildings are excellent. They are incredibly responsive and provide honest and straightforward fee estimates.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Edward Cumming
    Edward Cumming

    Edward Cumming

    Edward Cumming KC is a talented silk with a busy commercial practice, which includes frequent civil fraud instructions. He is well regarded for his handling of matters involving banks.

    • Edward Cumming KC has very clear submissions.

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  • Elspeth Talbot Rice
    Elspeth Talbot Rice

    Elspeth Talbot Rice

    Elspeth Talbot Rice KC is effective at dealing with large, multimillion-pound fraud and asset-tracing claims. Her practice also encompasses general commercial dispute resolution and traditional chancery. Many of her instructions have an international aspect.

    • She is a wonderful advocate and equally not afraid to take on difficult applications.

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    • She is astute and has gravitas.

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    • Elspeth Talbot Rice KC is incredibly impressive; she really is formidable.

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  • Stephen Moverley Smith
    Stephen Moverley Smith

    Stephen Moverley Smith

    Stephen Moverley Smith KC handles substantial civil fraud litigation as part of a practice that also covers trusts, finance and insolvency. He has acted in numerous international cases relating to such jurisdictions as the BVI, Russia and Gibraltar.

    • Stephen is a brilliant advocate who is extremely approachable, commercial and a pleasure to work with.

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    • He is very good, commercial and good with clients.

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    • He is a very well-respected, persuasive advocate.

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  • Steven Thompson
    Steven Thompson

    Steven Thompson

    Steven Thompson KC has run a successful commercial practice in silk since being appointed in 2015, appearing in cases arising out of fraud in a number of jurisdictions. He has dealt with various allegations including breach of fiduciary duty and dishonest assistance. He is respected for his international experience in jurisdictions such as Russia, China, the BVI and Switzerland.

    • He provides very practical advice and is a very effective strategist.

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    • He is excellent and tactical.

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    • He is a really good advocate who is very commercial and cuts straight to the chase.

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  • James Fennemore
    James Fennemore

    James Fennemore

    James Fennemore has increasing experience in civil fraud matters. He acts as a lead junior in high-value, multiparty frauds involving investments, shareholder actions and fraudulent sales. He also has experience with interlocutory and interim applications.

    • James Fennemore is absolutely fantastic, incredibly responsive and really bright.

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    • James is incredibly personable.

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