Global
Restructuring/Insolvency - UK
Tom Smith KC
Tom Smith KC is a popular silk with an impressive caseload including substantial domestic and international matters. He stands out for his work on schemes of arrangement, and is considered particularly noteworthy for his responsiveness and efficiency on cases. He is also experienced in the handling of offshore fund liquidations.
Strengths
"Tom is a fantastic advocate - super-bright and user-friendly. He is a go-to for any company voluntary arrangement work and on many schemes and restructuring plans."
"He is exceptional and at the top of his game."
"Tom provides really creative insights and adds something extra over and above being just a barrister."
"Tom is an absolute superstar. He's good on his feet and great in terms of coming up with strategy and getting into the details."
Dispute Resolution: Commercial Chancery - UK
Tom Smith KC
Strengths
"A supremo in major litigation, he's hugely respected by the judiciary. Very cool, calm and collected, he's incredibly good on his feet and always able to get to grips with the detail however immense the case."
"Everyone thinks that he is top drawer and that he will end up in the Supreme Court at some stage. Very good at both written and oral submissions, he works like a trojan and can be relied upon to secure the right outcome for the client."
"He is just an absolute master and definitely one of the leading KCs operating in offshore jurisdictions."
Offshore (Bar) - UK
Tom Smith KC
Tom Smith KC is a commercial litigation expert with experience of investment funds disputes and liquidation matters involving a number of offshore jurisdictions. He regularly appears in the Middle East, BVI and the Cayman Islands.
Strengths
"Tom is one of the best in the business and a pleasure to work with."
"Tom's knowledge of the matter at hand is not limited to the hearing at hand, but across the whole case, allowing him to provide commercial ideas and suggestions which someone with a lesser knowledge may not be able to do."
"Tom is my go-to silk at the London Bar. He is simply exceptional."
Dispute Resolution: Commercial - UK
Tom Smith KC
Strengths
"Incredibly intelligent and commercial and a pleasure to work with."
"Tom is an absolute master. He absolutely demolishes the other side with such style, making it look effortless."
"Tom is very user-friendly, down to earth and practical."