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Stephen Atherton KC

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Twenty Essex
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Ranked in 2 practice areas

Restructuring/Insolvency

UK

15 years ranked

Offshore (Bar)

UK

11 years ranked

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Offshore (Bar) - UK

Band 1
Individual Editorial

Stephen Atherton KC is a towering figure in insolvency, civil fraud and company litigation, with a wide-ranging offshore practice that takes in work in the Cayman Islands, the Middle East and Singapore. His clients include offshore funds and minority investors. He is regularly called upon to handle the most contentious proceedings.

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Restructuring/Insolvency - UK

Band 1
Individual Editorial

Stephen Atherton KC is a highly experienced silk who routinely tackles both domestic and cross-border matters. He excels in cases containing fraud elements and is a familiar face in offshore jurisdictions. He counts trustees, liquidators and administrators among his varied clientele.

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  • He makes himself available on short notice value for money and is very client friendly and adaptable.

    Offshore (Bar)Chambers Global Guide

  • Stephen is really easy to deal with and is very knowledgeable.

    Offshore (Bar)Chambers Global Guide

  • Stephen is a tenacious advocate.

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