Morgan, Lewis & Bockius UK LLP has a ‘dynamic and effective’ litigation practice, and for one client, is ’up there with the best of the magic circle firms.’ Chris Warren-Smith, co-chair of the firm’s white collar and corporate investigations practice, is key to the team, along with ‘clever, shrewd litigator’ Peter Sharp and ’highly experienced’ David Waldron. Former practice head Melanie Ryan has left the firm.
Testimonials
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'The Morgan Lewis team led by Chris Warren-Smith is highly dynamic and effective and to my mind one of the best litigation teams in the City - right up there with the best of the magic circle firms.'
‘Three individuals stand out: Chris Warren-Smith, the wisest of wise old birds; Paul Mesquitta, who has an exceptionally acute mind; and Keir Baker. I pay particular tribute to Keir. He is a relatively junior associate, but his work is truly remarkable. With his exceptional intelligence and enjoyable sense of humour, he deserves to be ranked higher than his years in the job might suggest.’
‘Paul Mesquitta is a highly regarded litigation partner. Although junior he is involved in big ticket litigation. He is particularly good at insurance related disputes. He has great foresight and planning so that the whole course of the case is carefully choreographed. A fine legal brain and an effective leader.’
‘Chris Warren-Smith is a highly-experienced across a range of high-value litigation and investigations work, frequently with an international aspect. Strong banking and financial services practice, representing institutions in numerous cases.'
- 'David Waldron is highly experienced across the range of high-value disputes work. Extensive experience of energy disputes and financial litigation. Rolls up his sleeves and gets involved in the detail. Underpromises and overdelivers.'
- 'Peter Sharp is a clever, shrewd litigator, with vast experience across energy, financial services, insurance and aviation.’