Shareholder Disputes Video Series

Shareholder Disputes Video Series

In early 2026, we gathered a panel of leading experts in the field of shareholder disputes at the office of Laytons ETL. The panel comprised barrister Paul Mitchell KC from 4 New Square, forensic accountant Daniel Djanogly and tax expert Jamie Muirhead from Wilder Coe and Geraint Thomas the head of Disputes at Laytons ETL with litigation partner and Regulatory expert Ben Thorogood.

Intervention Fraud: Court of Appeal Clarifies Liability

Intervention Fraud: Court of Appeal Clarifies Liability

In the recent case of Logix Aero Ireland Limited v Siam Aero Repair Company Limited, the Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal by Logix and upheld the first instance decision in Siam Aero’s favour. The case involved intervention fraudsters interposing themselves in a transaction between the parties.

Legal advice privilege and internal corporate communications

Legal advice privilege and internal corporate communications

In a significant ruling on disclosure (Aabar Holdings SARL v Glencore Plc), the Commercial Court has held that legal advice privilege can attach to certain internal documents and communications within a corporate “client group” even where no lawyer is copied in - provided the dominant purpose is for seeking legal advice.

When is a Refusal to Mediate 'Unreasonable'

When is a Refusal to Mediate 'Unreasonable'

The courts in England and Wales expect parties to consider settlement at all stages of proceedings and can penalise in costs any unreasonable refusal to mediate. A recent case considered whether the defendants’ approach was “unreasonable”, and offers valuable insight as to when a refusal to mediate may be penalised.

Beyond Borders: The Power and Limits of Bankers Trust Orders

Beyond Borders: The Power and Limits of Bankers Trust Orders

The Courts of England and Wales remain an attractive choice for international litigants, with international parties representing a significant number of Claimants and Defendants in fraud cases in England and Wales. In this article, we explore the strategic advantages of Bankers Trust Orders.


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