David Lawne > Hausfeld & Co LLP > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Hausfeld & Co LLP continues to strengthen its international capabilities, representing groups of claimants in competition claims across Europe. The team fields specialist expertise in collective redress and is at the forefront of the development of various collective redress mechanisms; it is active in the filing of UK group actions in the CAT. Practice head Nicola Boyle demonstrates prowess in reaching out-of-court settlements in multi-party litigation. With particular expertise in the technology sector, Lesley Hannah brings extensive experience in collective damages and abuse of dominance claims to the team. Luke Streatfeild boasts established claimant and defence practices in collective proceedings. Lianne Craig plays a key role in the firm’s European expansion, thanks to her connections to the Spanish market. Aqeel Kadri, David Lawne and Simon Bishop are other key contacts in the team. Lucy Rigby left the firm to become an MP following the general election.

Hausfeld & Co LLP has a strong background acting against large banks and financial institutions, including in group actions. The ‘fearless’ team is also adept at handling disputes related to loan financing, derivatives transactions and banking misconduct claims. Lucy Pert plays a lead role in key disputes, including a high-profile LIBOR manipulation claim along with Simon Bishop, who also brings in-house expertise in derivatives and structured products. Clients praise David Lawne for his ‘exceptional legal prowess, strategic acumen, and steadfast dedication’. Ned Beale also boasts a strong track record in banking disputes, including in the retail banking sphere. Former practice head John McElroy left to join Fieldfisher in July 2024.