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17 April 2014
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Nick Brocklesby—Reed Smith

New recruit boosts financial services disputes practice

Reed Smith has announced the appointment of partner Nick Brocklesby to its commercial disputes team in London.

Nick is a commercial litigator with a financial services focus. He runs complex commercial litigation, often with an international and multijurisdictional element, and acts for substantial corporate entities and financial institutions.

Richard Spafford, partner and head of Reed Smith’s Europe and Middle East commercial disputes group, commented: "We are very pleased that Nick is joining us. He is a high quality litigator with an excellent reputation and will be a superb addition to our substantial team."

 

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