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Ronald Fletcher Baker LLP

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Ronald Fletcher Baker LLP's caseload covers high-level international contractual and corporate disputes that often encompass multi-jurisdictional elements. The department is co-led by 'outstanding litigator' Rudi Ramdarshan, who routinely acts in high-stakes commercial litigation cases; and David Burns, an expert in financial transaction-related claims comprising international dimensions, as well as joint venture disputes. Also key to the practice, Jonathan Chan is sought out by East Asia and Hong Kong-based clients for commercial litigation; Victoria Huxley is experienced in Court of Appeal and High Court matters, as well as emergency High Court injunctions; and Benjamin Frost 'knows his case inside out'.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'One feature that makes the firm unique is its tenacity and commitment when it comes to fighting for clients.’
  • ‘RFB gives Magic Circle service without charging Magic Circle rates.’
  • ‘Rudi Ramdarshan and Victoria Huxley are standout partners. Their legal knowledge and commitment to clients' cases make working with either or both of them a pleasant experience.’

  • ‘Not only are Rudi Ramdarshan and his team exceptionally helpful in times of commercial disputes, their service is provided in a friendly, approachable and accessible manner.'

  • '‘Rudi Ramdarshan is an outstanding litigator, who has an excellent team ethos and a reassuringly confident approach. He remains unfazed by procedural twists and turns, and is robust and thoroughly detailed in his responses to opponents.’

  • 'Highly recommended to small and medium-sized businesses for the resolution of disputes and protection of rights and assets in a prompt and efficient manner.'

  • 'David Burns is extremely client oriented and Benjamin Frost is calm under fire and knows his case inside out.'

  • 'Marissa Lawrence is an imaginative and highly effective solicitor, who is well suited to working in a team to seek resolutions.’

Key clients

  • Naftogaz
  • PCF Bank
  • PCF Credit
  • Pantheon International Advisors
  • Al Sraiya Group
  • Glasshouse Asset Management
  • Comptoir Group
  • Don’t Look Back Holdings
  • Bloomsbury Institute

Work highlights

  • Acting for Kashif Ahmed and Bushra Ahmed in a groundbreaking Supreme Court case concerning director’s liability (as a joint tortfeasor where tort in question creates a strict liability).
  • Instructed by PCF Bank and PCF Credit in several contentious matters.
  • Assisting multiple claimants with high-value group litigation claims against various banks.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Rudi Ramdarshan, David Burns

Other key lawyers

Katinka Beamish, Marissa Lawrence