Chambers Review
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Banking & Finance - Western (Bar)
Individual Editorial
John Virgo enjoys an outstanding reputation as a highly capable junior who handles disputes for a strong client base. He has additional expertise in relation to professional negligence matters, particularly as they apply to the banking industry. He is noted for his specialist expertise in cases relating to the misselling of financial products, a subject on which he has co-authored a leading text.
Strengths
John is brilliant. He is a calm and trustworthy presence in the midst of difficult litigation.
Commercial Dispute Resolution - Western (Bar)
Individual Editorial
John Virgo focuses on financial product mis-selling, including pensions, investments and interest rate swaps, as well as related regulatory work. He is also frequently instructed in commercial contract disputes and is sought after for his knowledge of litigation in the banking sector.
Consumer Finance - All Circuits
Individual Editorial
John Virgo is recognised for his extensive experience in financial services and is an accomplished practitioner. He handles a range of financial disputes and is an expert in mis-selling matters.
Strengths
John handles a lot of consumer finance matters and is both an inventive and effective opponent.
A calm and trustworthy presence in the midst of difficult litigation.