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Branch Austin McCormick—Eugene Matveichuk

08 September 2022
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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London law firm welcomes Dispute Resolution partner

London Law Firm  Branch Austin McCormick have recently welcomed new Partner Eugene Matveichuk to its Dispute Resolution team effective from 1st September 2022.

An international disputes lawyer with over 20 years of experience, Eugene Matveichuk (pictured) advises major private and state corporations, as well as ultra-high net worth individuals operating mainly in the energy/natural resources, real estate and financial sectors. Joining from another leading London firm, where he was one of the heads of the litigation department, Eugene has extensive experience of working with domestic and international clients. He routinely conducts arbitrations in the leading international arbitration institutions including the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA), the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the Arbitration Institute of the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce (SCC)

Speaking of his appointment, Eugene said, 'I am delighted to be joining Branch Austin McCormick and becoming part of this fast-growing entrepreneurial law firm. It is a unique opportunity to join an exceptional and talented team of like-minded professionals and I look forward to adding my expertise and experience to the firm’s offering to global clients and key players.'

Further recent growth includes new joiners across the immigration, corporate, private client and family teams. Hal Branch, Managing Partner of the firm said: 'I am delighted to welcome Eugene Matveichuk to the team as one of our Partners. His arrival will add immense value to our dispute resolution team'.

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