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Robert Fell

Robert Fell

UK 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

About

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Practice Areas

Rob is a partner in the Dispute Resolution Department and a member of the firm's International Board.

He is a highly experienced commercial litigator with a broad practice covering a wide range of contentious work. Rob has been litigating in the London market for more than 25 years, specialising in the most complex commercial cases passing through the Commercial Court and Chancery Division. The subject matter of these cases is necessarily varied, but always complex. It ranges from cases both for and against investment banks and other financial intermediaries, through to subject matters such as film finance schemes and infrastructure projects.

Rob's practice is international in scope, and he regularly co-counsels with disputes lawyers in the United States, mainland Europe, the Middle East, and other key jurisdictions.

Rob is a founding member of the firms' Investigations Group and leads on some of the firm's clients' most sensitive internal and regulatory investigations, many of which emerged following the financial crisis.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Banking Litigation - UK-wide

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

Robert Fell is recognised for his skills in handling complex financial litigation and regularly acts in disputes relating to investment banking transactions, often with a cross-border dimension.

Commercial and Corporate Litigation - London (Firms)

Band 5
Band 5

Individual Editorial

Rob Fell is a core part of the dispute resolution department at Travers Smith. He is experienced in handling a variety of commercial disputes, including litigation that involves international elements.

Strengths

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  • His experience and strategic advice is invaluable and he always has an eye on the wider picture.

    Banking LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Robert has great gravitas and wisdom in the way he approaches commercial cases.

    Banking LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Robert is super calm, creative and user friendly.

    Banking LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • I have used him many times in my career and he has never disappointed. He is first-rate.

    Banking LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • He is an excellent financial services litigator.

    Banking LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Rob's finely tuned instincts, incisive thinking and superb communication bring clarity and reassurance in high‑pressure disputes. His calm presence and unwavering client focus make him indispensable.

    Commercial and Corporate LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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