Dispute resolution

Our dispute resolution team advises on the full range of commercial and civil disputes from contract claims, to fraud and regulatory investigations, to banking and fund disputes. The team specialises in pursuing cross-border, multi-jurisdictional disputes and has extensive experience of working with legal teams in overseas jurisdiction to deliver co-ordinated global litigation strategies.

At Lawrence Graham, our aim is to find the best business solution for our clients through the swiftest, most cost-effective route, whether that be by way of litigation, arbitration, or some form of alternative dispute resolution.

We are a founder member of FraudNet - the worldwide network of lawyers specialised in asset tracing and recovery.

Dispute resolution

We can advise you on:

Commercial and contractual disputes
Commercial fraud
Banking and finance litigation
Financial services and regulation
Insurance & reinsurance litigation
Maritime and shipping disputes
Pensions disputes
Natural resources disputes
Construction disputes
Complex Customs and Revenue investigations
Contentious trust issues
Infringement of intellectual property rights and brand protection
Defamation and privacy
Professional negligence issues
Public law issues

Experience

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Brazilian success in Jersey Since 2005, Lawrence Graham has undertaken asset recovery work on behalf of the Federal Republic of Brazil and the Municipality of São Paulo. This work has culminated in a very important and successful judgment. Feb 2013 MORE
Lawrence Graham to open an office in Singapore LG is opening an office in Singapore by forming an alliance with local firm PK Wong and Associates LLC. Feb 2012 MORE
Three commendations awarded to Lawrence Graham at FT Innovative Lawyers 2011 LG wins three commendations from the FT for its dispute resolution and private capital teams Oct 2011 MORE
Lehman loses UK Supreme Court appeal as Justices unanimously uphold the supremacy of English law The UK Supreme Court has today unanimously dismissed an appeal by Lehman Brothers' bankruptcy estate following a legal battle with a group of Australian noteholders Jul 2011 MORE
LG appoints insurance and reinsurance specialist David Breslin as its head of dispute resolution and Richard Miles as head of real estate LG has appointed David Breslin as head of Dispute Resolution and Richard Miles as head of Real Estate. May 2011 MORE
LG promotes two associates to partner in dispute resolution and corporate teams LG is pleased to announce associates James Sidwell and David Ponsford will be joining the partnership on 1 May 2011. Apr 2011 MORE
Reaction to new guidance on the UK Bribery Act The Ministry of Justice has published its long awaited guidance on the Bribery Act due to come into force on 1st July 2011. Mar 2011 MORE
Bribery Act delay. is the UK soft on international corruption? This further delay is hard to understand. There has been more or less constant consultation with industry and many other interested parties for almost four years. Jan 2011 MORE
Reaction to Government review of Bribery Act This 'review' seems to be part of a much wider review of legislation, not something specific to the Bribery Act. Jan 2011 MORE
Antony Woodhouse joins Lawrence Graham as a partner in its insurance and reinsurance team LG has hired partner Antony Woodhouse from Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge (formerly Kendall Freeman) to join its highly regarded insurance and reinsurance team. Dec 2010 MORE
No privilege for crimes in parliament A group of MPs and a Member of the House of Lords have been charged with false accounting under section 17 of the Theft Act 1968. Nov 2010 MORE
Bribery Act consultation guidance should not be ignored Sep 2010 MORE
LG strengthens Real Estate, Litigation, IP and Competition with appointment of four new partners LG is pleased to announce that it has promoted Jeremy Andrews (Litigation), Susanna Beeson (Real Estate), Rosemary Choueka (Competition/ Public Procurement) and Georgie Collins (IP) to the partnership. May 2010 MORE
Anti corruption lawyers welcome revolutionary Bribery Act As you are probably aware, the Bribery Act has been passed by Parliament and is likely to receive Royal Assent today (Thursday 8 April). Apr 2010 MORE
LG advises on third Dubai liquidation in the DIFC LG has advised Shahab Haider, the Liquidator of Orion Holding Overseas Limited, which was ordered to be wound up on 11 January 2010. Mar 2010 MORE

Dispute resolution

Recommended by Chambers UK as a leading firm for banking litigation, corporate crime and investigations, dispute resolution, and fraud: civil. Recommended by The Legal 500 UK as a leading firm for civil fraud, commercial litigation, corporate crime and banking litigation.

"This firm acts on a range of corporate and commercial cross-border disputes, and its litigation team is notably active in cartel, fraud and corruption investigations. In a recent highlight, the firm acted for the Federative Republic of Brazil and the Municipality of São Paulo in BVI money laundering claims relating to millions of dollars in US kickbacks from large construction projects, centred around companies associated with São Paulo's former mayor, Paulo Maluf, for whom there is already an Interpol arrest warrant. Barclays, AXA and 3i also instruct the team." - Chambers UK 2013

"Andrew Witts is a "leading figure" in civil fraud circles, according to impressed sources who praise him as a "very good, very experienced, pragmatic fraud lawyer." He has been advising Grant Thornton with regards to its role as liquidator of Stanford International Bank's USD110 million UK assets following its collapse due to the USD7 billion Ponzi scheme fraud operated by those running the bank." - Chambers UK 2013

"The economic crime team at Lawrence Graham advises high-profile international clients on anti-corruption compliance, conducts internal investigations into bribery, and has significant experience with the FSA. Notable clients include HCA, Premier Oil and Marine Force international. Eoin O'Shea leads the firm's economic crime practice group and leads in providing the firm's corporate clients with anti-corruption compliance advice. He also heads international investigations, as part of a broader portfolio of economic crime advice." - Chambers UK 2013

"The firm has remained busy over the last year advising on multi-jurisdictional litigation arising from the financial crisis. It has handled numerous commercial fraud and investment-related disputes, and continues to advise the Belmont claimants under the USD2 billion Lehman Brothers-sponsored Dante Notes Programme. "These lawyers are always available and provide detailed information," say sources." - Chambers Global

"Lawrence Graham LLP attracts high praise from clients for its experience in commercial and banking and finance litigation...Andrew Witts is 'a polished performer.'" - The Legal 500 UK

"You always receive great client service. They're a responsive, cheerful, enthusiastic bunch to work with." - Chambers UK

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