Dispute resolution

Appleby

Appleby‘s ’outstanding disputes practice’ represents clients in large and high-profile disputes in Cayman, including equitable winding proceedings involving Cayman hedge funds and companies, and serious allegations of fraud and conspiracy. The dispute resolution practice is jointly led by Sebastian Said, a ‘standout’ player in international commercial litigation; and Tony Heaver-Wren, who is noted for his expertise in contentious insolvencies and restructurings involving digital assets, and for handling appraisal claim proceedings on behalf of dissenting shareholders. Ulrich Payne is sought out by investment banks, financial institutions and international corporate groups for his success in managing cross-border high-value asset recovery efforts, insolvency proceedings, and multi-billion-dollar international arbitration proceedings, while David Lee handles big-ticket winding up proceedings in relation to investment funds. Head of the merger disputes practice Andrew Jackson is a specialist in appraisal actions, and counsel David Lewis-Hall is also recommended. Peter McMaster KC retired.

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Testimonials

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‘Appleby offers an outstanding litigation service in the Cayman Islands. It has a strong team culture, with all members being highly committed and detail-oriented. This has led to Appleby building an extremely successful practice, which is now increasingly prominent in major Cayman litigation.’
‘Tony Heaver-Wren has been assisting us on litigation - he is attentive, dedicates an appropriate amount of time working on the matter and is a good communicator when trying to work through discrete/nuanced issues.’
‘The stand-out partner is Sebastian Said. He is a former barrister in London, with truly outstanding technical skills and an unmatched work ethic. He is also a fluent and persuasive advocate. Sebastian is destined to be one of the stars of litigation in the Cayman Islands and wider region for many years to come. Tony Heaver-Wren is another strong partner, who has excellent commercial nous.'
‘The Dispute Resolution Practice at Appleby has excellent knowledge of the financial services industry which is very commercial and practical. The Team has significant depth in terms of subject matter expertise. The Team is diverse, collegiate and professional.’
‘David Lee has provided an innovative solution to a barrier to bringing a suit that has been successful in enabling the litigation to be brought. David Lewis Hall brings a practical and thoughtful approach to managing the relationships between diverse parties.’
‘We have worked extensively with David Lee and David Lewis-Hall, both of whom are outstanding lawyers and excellent team players. We have worked on an exceptionally challenging case and they have always been good humoured.’
‘David Lee has mastered complex facts and applied innovative strategies to achieve the right outcome. The other standout member of the team is David Lewis-Hall.’
‘An outstanding disputes practice. Attention to detail, availability and going the extra mile for the client are second to none.’