Miles Robinson
Mayer Brown International LLPWorking with a growing number of private equity and technology sector clients, the litigation and regulatory enforcement team at Mayer Brown International LLP – led by Ian McDonald – excels in cross-border commercial disputes. ‘Exceptional commercial litigator’ Miles Robinson is regularly called upon to handle post-M&A and shareholder disputes, while Mark Stefanini’s broad practice ranges from contractual, joint venture and supply chain disputes, to competition and breach of warranty claims. Airlie Goodman is ’extremely bright and commercially aware’, active in commercial litigation across the financial and professional services, mining and renewable energy sectors. Stephen Moi is another key contact, along with Jonathan Cohen.
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Testimonials
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‘Airlie Goodman and Miriam Bruce are the standout partners in this field. Airlie is an excellent technical lawyer as well as a strong strategist and runs litigation seamlessly. Easy to work with and her judgment is excellent. Miriam is really remarkable. Exceptionally calm under pressure, manages to bring out the best in everyone she is working with, goes above and beyond to ensure the client is supported, and really secures results. She managed a team of lawyers across multiple jurisdictions in an expedited trial with huge skill. She would be my number 1 recommendation for any employee fraud/employee competition litigation.’
‘Of particular note is Mark Stefanini and Jeremy Holden, who have proven to be not only legally proficient, but solution oriented in relation to the commercial needs of the clients.’
‘There are three individuals to mention specifically: Alistair Graham - now a consultant - was the partner in charge of the matter. He is incredibly experienced, thoughtful, hard-working, and calm under pressure. Craig Holburd - a steady pair of hands, and capable of managing fast-moving and complex litigation. Hormis Kallarackel: associate - one to watch for the future. Absolutely dedicated to the case. An excellent lawyer whose personal determination is channelled into driving the client's case forward.’
‘Miles Robinson - great experience and willing to roll up his sleeves to effectively oversee a case. Able to understand the needs of a client and then able to effectively find a strategy to achieve them. Jeremy Holden - a rising star. Great work ethic and lateral thinking.’
‘Airlie Goodman - extremely bright and commercially aware. Jeremy Holden - on top of the detail. Nina Rowe - unfazed, quick and to the point.’
‘Miles Robinson is an exceptional commercial litigator. The combined quality of his strategic thinking and legal analysis is first rate and sets him apart from most other partners in this competitive field. Jeremy Holden is an extremely bright and personable member of the litigation team who maintains an assured and calm manner to his work, even in the face of adversity.’
‘Jonathan Cohen is incredibly experienced, great for commercial cases big and small, and takes all his work seriously. Joshua Haig is an up and coming litigator, very sensible and easy to work with.’
‘Mark Stefanini is extremely affable. Very good at liaising with and taking instructions from the client. Combines interest in the legal issues with sound commercial understanding. Miles Robinson is tenacious and diligent with real attention to detail. Joshua Haig is extremely diligent and hardworking and produces excellent work product. Very good at liaising with difficult counterparties.’
Key clients
- ArcelorMittal
- Bain Captial
- Entertainment One
- HSBC
- NSPCC
- Salic (UK) Limited
- Sunseeker
- Unilever
Work highlights
- Defending Salic (UK) Limited in a group litigation claim in the High Court of England & Wales brought by c.18,000 claimants that allege that the client has an exposure through its investment in the Brazilian company that owned the assets that are the subject-matter of the case.
- Advised Guy Carpenter in a significant team move dispute.
- Successfully defended a multi-party unfair prejudice petition against Mr Nate Macabuag, which was dismissed on all counts following a two-week trial in the High Court.
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Ian McDonald