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Lewis Silkin—Duran Ross

16 April 2024
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Firm strengthens dispute resolution practice with new partner hire

Lewis Silkin has added commercial disputes specialist Duran Ross as a partner in the firm’s dispute resolution team.

An experienced commercial disputes practitioner, Duran originally trained at Lewis Silkin before continuing his career at a magic circle firm and a boutique disputes practice.

Duran has acted on matters including High Court proceedings and arbitration claims, ranging from sports and technology disputes to contentious insolvencies and professional negligence claims.

He has represented both claimants and defendants, with clients including major banks, insolvency practitioners, start-ups, sports brands, founders, FTSE 100 CEOs, family offices and high net worth individuals, as well as group claimants.

Duran’s specialism in insolvency disputes has seen him obtain the Certificate of Proficiency in Insolvency from the Insolvency Practitioners Association (IPA).

Having worked in coding and website design before entering the law, Duran has a particular interest in disputes relating to technology. He is a member of the IPA, the International Association of Young Lawyers and the London Solicitors Litigation Association.

Mark Lim, partner and head of the dispute resolution group at Lewis Silkin, said: ‘Having worked with Duran closely at the start of his career, it’s a personal pleasure to welcome him back to Lewis Silkin, now as a partner. Duran brings with him valuable experience in complex, multinational litigation and arbitration, as well as a genuine specialism and interest in insolvency matters and high value proceedings involving technology. As we continue to deepen our dispute resolution bench strength across our core markets, Duran is a fantastic addition to the team and we welcome him warmly.’

Duran added: ‘Knowing the firm well already, I’m delighted to be continuing to build my career with Lewis Silkin. Mark and the team have grown the dispute resolution practice considerably in recent years, bolstered by the firm’s deep expertise and understanding of its clients’ sectors—so it’s exciting to be back.’

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