Handling work ranging from insolvencies to cross-border litigation, Forbes Hare acts at a global level, covering a broad swathe of contentious work. Head of the litigation and insolvency practice Christopher Young concentrates his expertise on insolvencies, shareholder disputes and international commercial litigation, while Alistair Abbott‘s practice covers fraud litigation, investment-related disputes and insolvency and professional liability claims. Ben Hobden left the firm in mid-2023 to join Harneys.
Testimonials
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'Forbes Hare possess a distinctive ability to provide customised solutions and formulate effective strategies for complex legal matters. The team of experienced lawyers consistently goes the extra mile to offer proactive advice, ensuring that clients are well-informed and equipped to make strategic decisions.'
‘Very capable and knowledgeable.’
Key clients
- ICICI Bank
- Liquidators to the Fairfield Funds
Work highlights
- Acted for a client in respect of a high-profile claim worth in excess of $300m against Abraaj Holdings (in official liquidation) and two of the Abraaj underlying funds.
- Acted in a six-week trial for the Floreat Parties as Respondent to three just and equitable winding up petitions presented against three funds in the Cayman Islands.