Advocates Smith Taubitz Unsworth Ltd is a specialist litigation practice, assisting with high-value commercial litigation, personal injury claims and matrimonial cases. Vicki Unsworth is ‘an extremely talented and tenacious litigator’ who acts in a litany of civil and commercial claims. Darren Taubitz ’is a powerhouse of an advocate’ whose caseload spans criminal defence work, including white-collar crime proceedings.

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  • ‘Really excellent client care. Very focused on the practical outcomes for clients.’

  • ‘The team has magnificent strength in depth, and their approachability, client care and understanding is second to none. They fight exceptionally hard for their clients.’

  • ‘Darren Taubitz is a powerhouse of an advocate. Tenacious, articulate and exceptional with clients.'

  • 'Vicki Unsworth is also an extremely talented and tenacious litigator.'
  • ‘Vicki Unsworth's commitment to client service is incredible and she consistently delivers top-quality advice in the most complex of matters.’

Key clients

  • Sondica Inc
  • DWF Claims
  • MRP International
  • VTB Bank
  • Cornerstone Architects
  • Liberty Global Group
  • Begbies Traynor
  • Sulby Collaborations
  • Illumination International LLC
  • JNS Gaming

Work highlights

  • Advised Illumination International LLC in successfully obtaining a Worldwide Freezing Order against a Manx Company.
  • Advised a local gaming company concerning Restraint Orders placed over the Company as a result of allegations of money laundering.
  • Advising Sondica Inc in relation to a negligent misstatement, negligence and misfeasance in public office claim against Isle of Man Government.

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Vicki Unsworth, Darren Taubitz