‘First rate litigator’ Neill Shrimpton leads a team at Brown Rudnick LLP that acts on complex, high-value disputes against financial institutions and sovereigns. S90 and S90A FSMA claims are a key strength of the practice that is ’utterly committed to its clients’. Jane Colston is ‘one of the very best litigators in the market’, with specific experience in company, shareholders, and partnership disputes. Other noted practitioners include Jessica Lee and at associate level, Razzaq Ahmed.
Testimonials
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‘Utterly committed to clients - a laser-focus on their needs. Where I would go if I were in trouble.’
‘Jane Colston is one of the very best litigators in the market. Hugely effective, efficient, great use of tech and a warmth and an unequalled compassion for clients.'
- 'Jess Lee is particularly strong in the tech and cyber sectors.’
‘A well-resourced team with great strength in depth. Fantastic partner engagement. Efficient and effective.’
‘Neill Shrimpton is a calm head that inspires confidence. Experienced and highly capable he is a first rate litigator. Razz Ahmed is an energetic and effective team member who takes the initiative. A rising star and one to watch.’
‘Brown Rudnick's London litigation team is very good. They regularly act on high value cases with magic circle opponents.’
‘Neill Shrimpton is a highly experienced and clever litigator, with good client relationship skills.’
Key clients
- Investors in Barclays Shares v Barclays PLC
- Various Investors v RSA Insurance Group Limited
- Group of Shareholders v Standard Chartered Plc
Work highlights
- Acting for a group of around 200 institutional investors against “Barclays in claims under sections 90 and 90A of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000.
- Acting for a group of 72 institutional investors against RSA Insurance Group Limited in claims under section 90A of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000.
- Acting for a group of around 230 institutional investors against Standard Chartered in claims under sections 90 and 90A of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Neill Shrimpton