London Bar
Banking and finance (including consumer credit)
LEADING JUNIORS4Philip Hinks – 3 Verulam Buildings ‘Polished and articulate, he prepares strong submissions on technical areas of foreign law.’
Philip Hinks
Philip is a leading junior who is regularly instructed in high-value, complex matters, particularly in relation to general commercial, civil fraud, financial services and insolvency disputes. The directories describe him as “seriously impressive and will no doubt be a star of the future”, “a sophisticated and erudite adviser”, “frighteningly efficient and very bright”, “exudes authority and has the ability to grasp complex issues quickly”, and “a really excellent junior.”philip’s recent experience includes representing the fca in the supreme court in what is the leading authority on collective investment schemes: fca v asset land, and representing the liquidators in the supreme court in re d&d wines international, where the court considered the circumstances in which a receipt by an insolvent agent would give rise to a constructive trust. He is currently acting in a $250m claim against tesco plc arising from the retailer’s overstatements of profits, and represents one of the defendants to a $400m fraud claim in a dispute concerning the alleged siphoning off of oil payments in ukraine and russia (pjsc tatneft). , 3 Verulam Buildings
- Phone020 7831 8441
- Email[email protected]
- Profile3vb.com
Work Department
Philip is a leading junior who is regularly instructed in high-value, complex matters, particularly in relation to general commercial, civil fraud, financial services and insolvency disputes.
The directories describe him as “seriously impressive and will no doubt be a star of the future”, “a sophisticated and erudite adviser”, “frighteningly efficient and very bright”, “exudes authority and has the ability to grasp complex issues quickly”, and “a really excellent junior.”
Philip’s recent experience includes representing the FCA in the Supreme Court in what is the leading authority on collective investment schemes: FCA v Asset Land, and representing the liquidators in the Supreme Court in Re D&D Wines International, where the court considered the circumstances in which a receipt by an insolvent agent would give rise to a constructive trust. He is currently acting in a $250m claim against Tesco Plc arising from the retailer’s overstatements of profits, and represents one of the Defendants to a $400m fraud claim in a dispute concerning the alleged siphoning off of oil payments in Ukraine and Russia (PJSC Tatneft).
Education
BCL, University of Oxford (BNC) – restitution, conflict of laws, insolvency & tax.
LLB in Law & French, University of Bristol – top 1st in graduating year.
Mentions
London Bar
Commercial litigation
LEADING JUNIORS3Philip Hinks –3 Verulam Buildings ‘One of the best and most sought-after juniors in relation to commercial litigation disputes. He is always responsive and is adept at devising creative solutions for clients. His advocacy is measured and calm, which typically builds a good rapport with judges. He is always on top of the facts and works relentlessly to fight for the client.’
London Bar
Financial services regulation
LEADING JUNIORS1Philip Hinks –3 Verulam Buildings ‘Philip is a superb communicator who provides clear and precise advice in all situations. He is a pragmatic but firm advocate who is able to think quickly on his feet.’
London Bar
Fraud: civil
LEADING JUNIORS2Philip Hinks –3 Verulam Buildings ‘A very user-friendly and highly-skilled junior, and one of the best and most sought-after juniors in relation to fraud disputes. His advocacy is measured and calm, which typically builds a good rapport with judges.’
London Bar
Insolvency
LEADING JUNIORS3Philip Hinks –3 Verulam Buildings 'Phil is practical and thorough. He gets gets to the nub of the problem quickly and comes up with sensible solutions. He is approachable and always happy to discuss and explain the reasoning he has used to come up with his proposed solutions.'
The English Bar Offshore
The English Bar Offshore
LEADING JUNIORS3Philip Hinks –3 Verulam Buildings 'Philip is a fantastic barrister. He has a keen insight into the law and adds immediate value to the client's counsel team. He works hard and is a great team player.'