Matthew Akers

Matthew has successfully advised on a broad range of commercial disputes, both before the English courts and under the rules of major international arbitral institutions, principally arising out of breaches of contract, fraud and shareholder/partnership issues. He has particular experience at advising in relation to financial disputes arising in the context of complex cross-border insolvencies and restructurings and in obtaining urgent injunctive relief.

Matthew has successfully represented clients across a wide range of sectors including banking and financial services, private equity, media, technology, energy, engineering, and the retail and hospitality industries.

Matthew also often advises clients in relation to pre-dispute strategy. He regularly acts for clients engaged in alternative methods of dispute resolution, including mediation and complex settlement discussions, and also advises in relation to internal and regulatory investigations.