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Paul McGrath KC

Paul McGrath KC

UK Bar 2026

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Ranked in 5 practice areas

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Fraud: Civil - London (Bar)

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Individual Editorial

Paul McGrath KC is a prominent figure renowned for his knowledge of fraud legislation and for having authored a much-read book on the subject. He takes part in high-value disputes, both in the UK and in offshore jurisdictions such as the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands and the Isle of Man. He is experienced in the use of injunctive relief such as freezing and search orders.

Offshore - All Circuits

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Individual Editorial

Paul McGrath KC often appears in, or advises on, high-value commercial claims and is also highly adept at international arbitration. His instructions frequently include substantial fraud cases with cross-border regulatory implications. His offshore practice includes work in the Cayman Islands and the BVI.

Sanctions - All Circuits

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

Paul McGrath KC of Essex Court Chambers' sanctions practice involves advising on the application of UK and EU sanctions to complex asset structures, particularly in the context of international fraud and asset recovery cases.

Strengths

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  • He is extremely persuasive and well prepared.

    Fraud: CivilUK Bar
  • Paul is a master with clients and can articulate complex principals in commercial, easy-to-understand language.

    Fraud: CivilUK Bar
  • He is all over the detail and is phenomenally good.

    Fraud: CivilUK Bar
  • Paul McGrath is excellent and a team player.

    OffshoreUK Bar
  • Paul is probably the leading KC for commercial fraud and complex matters at the Bar. He is very user friendly and masterful at tactical considerations.

    Commercial Dispute ResolutionUK Bar
  • He is fabulously unpretentious and unfussy. The judiciary likes him as he delivers in a user-friendly way.

    Commercial Dispute ResolutionUK Bar

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London (Bar)

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