Drawing upon an 'excellent knowledge of market practices' throughout the financial and asset management sectors, in particular, A&O Shearman is a popular choice among banks and private equity funds to guide them through the litigation life-cycle, from risk management advice through to full-blown litigation. Much of this work is multi-jurisdictional, with clients benefiting from an holistic approach that draws upon subject matter and litigation specialists from throughout the firm's network, should the need arise. Team head Thomas Berger is pivotal to the firm's success in the area and is noted for his 'risk analysis and strategic thinking', ensuring that clients receive robust and thorough representation, whether it be in the context of an internal/external investigation, as well as in civil and criminal litigation contexts.
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- ‘It is a great team, fun to work with, always ready to think two steps ahead of you.’
- 'They have excellent knowledge of market practices.'