LAWYER PROFILE

Richard Boynton

UK 2026

Kirkland & Ellis International LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Commercial and Corporate Litigation

London (Firms)

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.

Career

2016 to present Kirkland & Ellis International LLP; 2004-2016 Clifford Chance LLP

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Commercial and Corporate Litigation - London (Firms)

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 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 Guide to the Legal Profession
Richard is all over the detail and strategically minded.
Commercial and Corporate LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession