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Richard Boynton

Global 2026

Kirkland & Ellis International LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Commercial and Corporate Litigation

3 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Richard Boynton is a partner in the Firm's international litigation and arbitration group in London. Richard has extensive experience leading teams representing multi-national corporations, credit funds, private equity funds and international banks in litigation and arbitration throughout the world. Richard’s cases cover a variety of sectors and laws.

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Chambers Global Guide

Commercial and Corporate Litigation - UK

Band 5

Individual Editorial

Richard Boynton is noted for his representation of companies and private equity funds in high-stakes contentious matters. He is also recognised for his ability to handle litigation which contains an insolvency element.

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Strengths

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Richard is all over the detail and strategically minded.
Commercial and Corporate LitigationChambers Global Guide
Richard Boynton is charm personified. He is on top of every detail, while never losing sight of the bigger picture. He provides clients with outstanding advice, combining realism with creativity.
Commercial and Corporate LitigationChambers Global Guide

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