Charles Russell Speechlys has appointed Richard Burger as partner in its UK-based commercial dispute resolution team, building on its expertise in regulatory and criminal investigations. Richard arrives from WilmerHale, where he co-led the London investigation and criminal litigation team, and brings over 25 years of advisory experience across corporate crime, securities enforcement and financial services compliance.
A former prosecutor with the Financial Services Authority and Financial Reporting Council, Richard has guided clients through complex domestic and cross-border investigations. ‘One of my strengths is pivoting my practice to meet clients’ needs, whether it's managing a board-level crisis or navigating regulatory relationships,’ he said. His hire signals the firm’s commitment to evolving its regulatory advisory and disciplinary defence capabilities.
Stewart Hey, divisional managing partner, described Richard as ‘a particularly exciting addition’ and emphasised the need for strong regulatory support amid expanding rules and scrutiny. ‘We are thrilled to welcome him to the global team,’ Hey added, pointing to the firm’s continued investment in dispute resolution talent.
Richard’s appointment follows those of Henry Winter and Gavin Margetson, who joined the commercial dispute resolution team last month in Singapore. Together, the hires bolster the firm’s global litigation offering and reinforce its position as a go-to adviser on high-stakes regulatory and criminal matters.
