England - London • Dispute resolution

Morrison Foerster

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Morrison Foerster's London team is particularly rated for its TMT sector experience, but the practice also has strong sector specialisms in energy, construction, infrastructure, aviation, private equity, and real estate. With particular experience in Africa-related matters, Chiraag Shah is 'an extremely safe pair of hands for high-value, high-stakes disputes', while Gemma Anderson acts in international arbitrations across a range of industries. Completing the group are experienced of counsel Richard Jerman, and active associates Shawna Pasquale and Robin Bachmann.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

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  • ‘Handles an impressive and growing portfolio of international arbitration disputes. Eager to grow and impress, and it shows in the quality and prompt turnaround of work.’

  • ‘Chiraag Shah - on-the-ground experience both in Kenya (and other African jurisdictions) and the UK make him an ideal choice for disputes straddling both jurisdictions. Very well networked.’

  • ‘Chiraag Shah leads an outstanding team, providing a first-rate service to his clients.’

  • ‘Chiraag Shah is extremely experienced and, as a result, unflappable. He has seen it all before - an extremely safe pair of hands for high-value, high-stakes disputes.'

  • 'Chiraag Shah is extremely hardworking, hands on, and willing to get his hands dirty, which is unusual for a partner at a blue-chip firm. That is what makes him stand out.’

  • ‘The MoFo litigation team takes initiatives and works independently, calling the client at the right moment to have its opinion about a strategy or the next steps.'

  • 'The team is extremely well organised and very detail oriented. Its main quality though is to be innovative and think about smart strategies and arguments during complex disputes.’

  • ‘Associate Robin Bachmann delivers great client service, is highly motivated, and shows an outstanding sense of organisation during complicated litigation.’

Key clients

  • Fujitsu

Lawyers

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Chiraag Shah, Gemma Anderson

Other key lawyers

Richard Jerman, Shawna Pasquale, Robin Bachmann