Press Release - 01/05/2025
Edwin Coe strengthens Commercial Disputes team
London, 1 May 2025 – Edwin Coe LLP is pleased to announce the appointment of Alex Shirtcliff as a Partner in its leading Commercial Disputes & Class Actions team.
Alex joins the firm with an exceptional track record in complex, high-value, multi-jurisdiction litigation. With a focus on complex civil fraud situations, he has pursued his clients’ interests across the Caribbean, Europe, Asia and multiple U.S. states. He is also a recognised authority on crypto asset litigation, an increasingly critical area for the firm’s clients.
His recent clients have ranged from global energy majors to high net worth individuals facing enterprise-level disputes.
Alex is Legal 500 recommended and has been called in the British Virgin Islands. He joins us from Blake Morgan and, before that, global litigation firm Kobre & Kim.
David Greene, Senior Partner and Head of Commercial Disputes & Class Actions, commented: “Alex brings an outstanding blend of technical skill, international experience, and commercial acumen which aligns perfectly with our strategic ambitions. His arrival significantly strengthens our ability to handle the most challenging disputes for our clients.”
About Edwin Coe
Edwin Coe is a London-based full service law firm with international reach. Since 1913, we have offered a comprehensive range of integrated legal services to meet the needs of individuals, organisations and businesses based throughout the UK and internationally. Our industry-leading experts provide our clients with highly personal and responsive advice, balancing profit and purpose, to help achieve their personal and business goals.
With 44 Partners, we are one of The Lawyer’s ‘UK 200’ law firms and are recommended in all the major legal directories. We are proud to be B Corp™ certified, part of a global community of businesses working to redefine success in business, and create a more inclusive and sustainable economy.
