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Olivia Johnson

Associate

Olivia is a solicitor-advocate who advises on commercial litigation and international arbitration matters in sectors such as natural resources, technology, media, pharmaceuticals, financial services and ESG. She has particular experience in group litigation and contractual disputes and has worked on international arbitration cases under the LCIA and ICC rules.

Olivia maintains an active pro bono practice, having represented numerous individuals and worked with Prevent Watch, JUSTICE, AAFDA and the National Autistic Society.

Commercial Litigation

Defending a major public company in a group litigation claim brought by current or former investors in the company for alleged misleading statements.

Defending a media company in a group litigation claim issued by claimants for alleged unlawful information gathering and voicemail interception.

Defending a software company against an alleged breach of contract relating to the use and operation of a mainframe.

Advising a pharmaceutical company on the merits of terminating a licence agreement.

 

International Arbitration

Acting in an ICC arbitration, defending a company over the alleged wrongful withholding of remuneration to a consultant.

Acting in an LCIA arbitration, defending a Middle-Eastern fund in a dispute over a shareholders’ agreement.

 

Investment Treaty

Providing structuring advice to clients seeking to maximise investment treaty protection for their foreign investments.

 

ESG

Advising on the alignment of company policies and commitments with the UN Guiding Principles and the OECD MNE Guidelines for Responsible Business Conduct.

Advising on complaints issued to the UK National Contact Point for alleged non-adherence to the OECD MNE Guidelines for Responsible Business Conduct, including the merits of mediation.

* Includes matters handled prior to joining Pallas Partners LLP.

BPP Law School, Graduate Diploma in Law and  LLM Commercial Legal Practice

Oxford University, MPhil in Modern Chinese Studies (Distinction)

University of Exeter, BA in English Literature with Proficiency in Chinese (First Class Honours)

Solicitor of England & Wales

Rights of Audience (Civil), Higher Courts of England & Wales

olivia.johnson@pallasllp.com

+44 20 4574 1071

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