About

I advise national and international businesses on a broad range of commercial disputes with a particular focus on those in the professional services sector. I work closely with clients to develop strategies to resolve disputes quickly and effectively.

I support businesses, directors and shareholders on a range of complex contract disputes including claims arising out of corporate transactions and relating to conduct issues such as breach of fiduciary duties. I also frequently advise clients in relation to claims concerning allegations of professional negligence and misrepresentation.

I advise a variety of businesses and individuals in different sectors on contentious matters arising in relation to limited liability partnerships (LLPs) and limited partnerships (LPs)

Experience

Professional services

  • Advising a cloud technology and hosting provider on a team move and a breach of restrictive covenant dispute, starting with an urgent interim injunction and proceeding as an expedited matter in the High Court
  • Acting for an international construction contractor in an ICC arbitration, successfully defending against claims valued at over €300 million arising out of the construction of a gas pipeline
  • Acting for a multinational telecommunications company in an ICC arbitration concerning claims arising out of the construction and maintenance of telecommunication towers in an EU member state
  • Acting for a large European mining company in an LCIA arbitration concerning breach of warranty claims and the reconciliation of post-completion accounts
  • Advising on High Court proceedings seeking enforcement of provisions of the underlying Share Purchase Agreement and the successful challenge of an order obtained against the client in the Court of Appeal

Testimonials

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"Frances Simm is a fantastic associate. She is really bright and great with clients, hugely efficient and wonderful to have on the team."
Legal 500
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Services

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