Yindi Gesinde
Baker McKenzieBaker McKenzie has a broad practice that encompasses ESG-related litigation, commercial judicial review, public inquiries, and freedom of information matters. Yindi Gesinde is skilled at handling investigations; she also has experience acting on cases relating to child protection. Francesca Richmond frequently advises on regulatory investigations. William Jones and Joanne Redmond are noted for their capabilities with judicial reviews and public procurement work. Former practice head Joanna Ludlam left the firm in early 2025.
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Testimonials
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‘A very strong team with a depth of talent.’
‘The team is second to none when it comes to its expertise, subject matter, and global reach. They are also very nice to work with. Under the leadership of Joanna Ludlam, it has gone from strength to strength.’
‘The team is extraordinarily committed to its clients, including in the area of pro bono. It excels in providing first-rate service across the board.’
‘Baker McKenzie's client care and attention to detail is unparalleled. They have a genuine and sophisticated specialism in administrative and public law.’
‘Joanna Ludlam and Joanne Redmond are both excellent public lawyers.’
Key clients
- United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
- EDF Energy
- Novo Nordisk
- Bermuda Human Rights Commission
Work highlights
- Acted for United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in its intervention in the legal challenge to the UK’s Migration and Economic Development Partnership with Rwanda.
- Acted for the Bermuda Human Rights Commission in its intervention in an amicus curiae role before the European Court of Human Rights.
- Advised EDF Energy on an appeal to the energy markets regulator (the CMA) by Utilita to overturn a decision to introduce a minimum capital requirement for energy suppliers.
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