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About
Provided by Nicholas Oliver
Practice Areas
Nick has become particularly known for dealing with complex insolvency disputes and litigation, insolvency investigations (particularly in a fraud context) and technical insolvency and restructuring advice.
In addition to acting for individuals and company directors (including defending insolvency related claims and disqualification proceedings), he has provided technical advice on insolvency-related matters to clients including insolvency practitioners, banks and finance companies, local authorities, HM Revenue & Customs, landlords and trade creditors. Nick also has considerable experience in advising businesses in relation to complex asset and debt recovery issues.
Nick’s particular specialism is in advising directors subject to claims by liquidators. He has successfully represented directors in relation to a variety of claims including claims for wrongful and fraudulent trading, breaches of duty and claims related to tax issues. He has advised in numerous insolvency situations where tax schemes have been utilised, including Employee Benefit Schemes (EBTs), Employer Financed Retirement Benefit Schemes (EFRBS) and ‘Loan Note’ schemes.
Nick has dealt with a number of high-profile bankruptcy and insolvency cases including acting for Michael Barrymore in relation to his bankruptcy, and advising the trustee in bankruptcy of Asil Nadir.
Chambers Review
UK
Nicholas Oliver is a director in the firm's Portsmouth office. He is highly revered for his work in the field, and acts for an impressive roster of creditors, liquidators and shareholders in a range of insolvency disputes, including fraud-related issues.
Nicholas Oliver attracts recognition for his personal insolvency practice, which often sees him represent trustees in high-profile bankruptcies. He is well versed in contentious disputes, often those including allegations of fraud.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Nicholas is a well-known figure in insolvency. He combines specialist knowledge with high-quality client service."
"Nick is one of the best litigators. He is extremely switched on, savvy and great to work with. When it comes to contentious corporate work, Nick is a first call."
"Nick is the best litigator I have ever worked with. He is extremely switched on, savvy and great to work with. I have had some of my biggest wins with Nick."
"Nick is an industry stalwart - incredibly knowledgeable and incredibly experienced. He is a safe pair of hands."
"Nick's legal knowledge exceeds just about any other lawyer I know. He has a vast knowledge and understanding of insolvency, an incredible understanding of the space and an unbelievable work ethic."
"Nicholas is a well-known figure in insolvency. He combines specialist knowledge with high-quality client service."
"Nick is one of the best litigators. He is extremely switched on, savvy and great to work with. When it comes to contentious corporate work, Nick is a first call."
"Nick is the best litigator I have ever worked with. He is extremely switched on, savvy and great to work with. I have had some of my biggest wins with Nick."
"Nick is an industry stalwart - incredibly knowledgeable and incredibly experienced. He is a safe pair of hands."
"Nick's legal knowledge exceeds just about any other lawyer I know. He has a vast knowledge and understanding of insolvency, an incredible understanding of the space and an unbelievable work ethic."
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