We act for a wide variety of claimants in bringing professional negligence actions and for accountants, financial institutions and other professionals in defending them.

We have been involved in several major cases, including the landmark decision in Caparo, and advising on claims as a result of the Paramount decision. We also advise professional clients on risk management to avoid litigation.

News

Freshfields signs on Olympic hopefuls as London 2012 marks two year count down View

Freshfields breaks new ground with first English scheme of arrangement for Spanish company View

Briefings

Freedom of information update  View

Whistleblowers granted bounties and protection from SEC and CFTC in US financial reform law  View

Awards

Regulatory team of the year - JUVE Awards (2009)

Dispute resolution law firm of the year - JUVE Awards (2008)

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