UK Bar
Commercial Dispute Resolution - North Eastern (Bar)
Commercial barrister and former solicitor Hugo Groves has a particular aptitude for company and insolvency law. He handles a variety of disputes involving directors and third parties, including breach of directors' duty cases and misrepresentation claims. He also has considerable knowledge of pensions and taxation matters.
Strengths
"Hugo is an eminent commercial dispute resolution barrister. He brings his insolvency expertise to bear in commercial disputes."
Restructuring/Insolvency - North Eastern (Bar)
Hugo Groves is a highly experienced insolvency practitioner. He has particular expertise in dealing with business, partnership and commercial disputes, often with a cross-border element. Groves is known for his work in litigating claims involving directors and third parties in an array of insolvency scenarios.He is adept at handling both corporate and personal insolvency.
Strengths
"Hugo Groves is the godfather of insolvency."
"Still THE barrister for insolvency cases."
"Hugo is very good in terms of working with clients. He supports and works with clients as well as the legal team."
Chancery - North Eastern (Bar)
Hugo Groves's practice encompasses a broad range of commercial chancery work including company and partnership disputes and insolvency claims. He is also experienced in cross-jurisdictional matters and is qualified as a New York attorney.
Strengths
"Hugo has a very well-established commercial chancery practice."
