Jake advises on high-stakes corporate and commercial disputes, with particular experience in shareholder, financial and cross-border litigation. He acts for investment funds, corporates, insolvency officeholders and individuals in complex and strategically significant proceedings before the English courts. His recent practice includes disputes arising from restructurings and distressed situations, shareholder and company law claims, cross-border insolvency and substantial contractual and misrepresentation claims.
Jake also has substantial international arbitration experience, having acted in disputes under the LCIA, LMAA and UNCITRAL Rules. He has additionally acted for clients before the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts and in DIFC-seated arbitration. His practice spans a range of sectors, including financial services, infrastructure and utilities, technology, energy, aviation and maritime, and frequently involves disputes with significant international or cross-border dimensions.
Jake has been recognised by The Legal 500 UK as a key lawyer for International Arbitration and Commercial Litigation: Premium. In the 2027 edition, clients describe him as “absolutely exceptional” and “extraordinarily detailed in both the assessments and work product,” praising his “genuine level of care and dedication” and willingness to “go the extra distance”.
