“James Clark is a formidable commercial litigator, combining strategic precision with international expertise to resolve complex, high-value disputes. His strength in civil fraud and asset tracing makes him a trusted adviser in fast-moving, high-stakes litigation.”

Fantastic Lawyers® Editorial 2026

James Clark is a Partner and commercial litigator with over 10 years’ experience advising on complex, high-value commercial disputes. He is particularly known for his expertise in civil fraud, asset tracing and international litigation, acting for clients in cases that often span multiple jurisdictions.

What James Clark does

James advises clients across a broad range of contentious commercial matters, including:

• Civil fraud and asset tracing
• Contentious insolvency
• Shareholder and corporate disputes
• Financial markets litigation
• Sanctions-related disputes
• Interim remedies, including freezing injunctions and asset disclosure orders

Much of his work involves complex international disputes, regularly working alongside lawyers in foreign jurisdictions to secure and protect client interests across borders.

Why he stands out

James combines strong technical litigation skills with a strategic, commercially focused mindset. He is particularly experienced in urgent and high-stakes applications, including obtaining and resisting worldwide freezing injunctions and other powerful interim remedies.

His international outlook, including experience living and working in Latin America and a working knowledge of Spanish, allows him to navigate cross-border disputes with confidence and clarity.

Trust markers

• Partner specialising in complex commercial litigation and civil fraud
• Over 10 years’ experience in high-value, multi-jurisdictional disputes
• Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales (qualified 2017)
• First class LLB (University of Kent) and distinction in Legal Practice Course
• Regular involvement in High Court and Court of Appeal litigation

Notable experience

• Acted in Navigator Equities Limited v Deripaska, successfully defending contempt proceedings, with the dismissal upheld by the Court of Appeal
• Representing a former state-owned bank in LCIA arbitration concerning a USD 500 million claim
• Lead associate in a £180 million fraud claim involving freezing and proprietary injunctions
• Acted in multi-jurisdictional asset recovery proceedings involving real estate, shares and high-value assets
• Advised clients in Serious Fraud Office and National Crime Agency investigations involving bribery and corruption allegations
• Acted as Privy Council agent in a high-profile dispute involving misuse of confidential information

Client approach

James is known for his clear, pragmatic advice and his ability to handle complex disputes with precision and focus. He works closely with clients to develop strategic solutions, particularly in fast-moving and high-risk litigation where decisive action is critical.