Ben Longworth
Partner
Ben is an experienced commercial litigator who advises businesses, high net worth individuals and senior executives on resolving complex and high value commercial disputes.
Ben has a broad practice which includes commercial contract disputes, civil fraud and asset recovery, shareholder disputes (including unfair prejudice claims), post-M&A claims, professional negligence claims and High Court employment disputes. Ben has significant trial experience, including making and responding to applications for injunctive relief, as well as resolving disputes through negotiation and mediation.
Much of Ben’s work has an international dimension and he works regularly with lawyers from different jurisdictions. He also works closely with colleagues from across the firm, in particular corporate, IP & commercial and employment law specialists, to provide clients with fully integrated advice on resolving disputes and managing risk.
Ben’s clients span the hospitality, healthcare, financial services, media and publishing and education sectors. He works with clients to help them understand the merits of their position and to devise strategies to achieve the best possible outcome. Clients value Ben’s pragmatic and commercial approach and his determination to fight their corner in business or career critical situations.
Ben is recognised in the Legal 500 for both Commercial Litigation and Civil Fraud.
