Independent
UK law firm Burges Salmon is pleased to announce that Benn Richards has joined the firm as a partner in its Dispute Resolution department. Benn’s appointment
strengthens the firm’s contentious insolvency and restructuring capability.
Benn,
who joins from Michelmores, has extensive experience advising insolvency
practitioners, lenders, corporates and directors on complex and high-value
disputes. His practice spans claims arising from insolvency processes,
including wrongful trading, misfeasance and breach of duty, as well as wider
commercial disputes linked to financial distress and restructuring scenarios.
His
appointment enhances Burges Salmon’s Dispute Resolution offering, adding
further depth to the firm’s capabilities in handling complex, high-stakes
litigation. The team advises clients across a wide range of sectors on
commercial disputes, investigations and risk management, and works closely with
colleagues across the firm, including restructuring, corporate, built
environment and financial services specialists, to deliver integrated support.
Commenting
on his appointment, Benn Richards says: “I am delighted to be joining Burges
Salmon and its highly regarded Restructuring and Insolvency team. The firm’s
strong reputation for client service, combined with its collaborative and
sector-focused approach, makes it an excellent fit for my practice. I look
forward to working with colleagues across the firm to support clients on
complex contentious insolvency and restructuring matters.”
Andrew Burnette, Head of the Dispute Resolution department at Burges Salmon, adds: “We’re very pleased to welcome Benn to the firm. His deep expertise in contentious insolvency and strong track record advising on complex disputes will be a valuable addition to our team. His arrival reflects our continued investment in Restructuring and Insolvency and the wider Dispute Resolution department and our ambition to further strengthen our offering to clients facing challenging and high-value disputes.”
