About James

James is co-partner in charge of the London office, heads Cooley’s versatile UK disputes practice and is a member of the firm’s compensation committee. He is a solicitor advocate and acts for companies in a broad range of commercial, contractual, privacy and product compliance disputes – whether resolved in court proceedings or arbitration – including defending group actions. James’ cases are often multijurisdictional, and his work is particularly focused on the technology and manufacturing sectors. He conducts and co-ordinates internal investigations, and he is experienced at helping companies manage and resolve the numerous legal and reputational challenges that unexpected crises can present. 

Passions

Scuba diving

Being the chair of Junior School Governors

No case is ever the same and I relish problem solving and strategy.

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Experience

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Rankings and accolades

The Legal 500 UK: Leading individual – Public international law

The Legal 500 UK: Commercial litigation – Premium

The Legal 500 UK: Crime, fraud and licensing

The Legal 500 UK: Dispute resolution

Chambers UK: Public International Law

Who’s Who Legal Asset Recovery: Lawyers

Described as ‘diligent’, ‘intelligent’ and ‘unflappable.’

UK Legal 500

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