Profile

Alan Gourgey QC has an outstanding reputation in the field of commercial litigation, IT and commercial fraud. Alan is also a qualified mediator and arbitrator. His wide-ranging practice includes:

• Complex contract litigation
• Civil fraud
• Media & entertainment
• Sports law
• Partnership
• Technology disputes

What others say

Alan is recommended in the major legal directories as a leading silk for commercial chancery, commercial dispute resolution, commercial litigation, insolvency, civil fraud and information technology. Praise for him includes:

Alan Gourgey QC divides his time between commercial, chancery and fraud courts. "I can't fault him. He has impressive knowledge and can deal with things as they arise," said one peer. Gourgey was another involved in the Stanleybet case, and also had involvement in Hawksford Trustees v Stella Global, an important case concerning a share purchase agreement. (Commercial Chancery – Chambers UK 2013 and Chambers Global 2013)

Alan Gourgey QC of 11 Stone Buildings is "a powerful and persuasive advocate," and also "an excellent, creative strategist." He was singled out by sources for his "impressive ability to grasp complex issues of law and fact." (Commercial Dispute Resolution – Chambers UK 2013 and Chambers Global 2013)

Alan Gourgey QC is "fantastic" and "looks at every angle available to come up with an imaginative solution." Praised by sources for his advocacy, he recently acted on behalf of Russian bank VTB in its USD220 million deceit claim. (Civil Fraud – Chambers UK 2013)

Alan Gourgey QC of 11 Stone Buildings is a commercial litigator with a strong focus on IT and e-commerce disputes. He has "great analytical capability and is good on his feet," say those that use him. Recently, he was instructed by Zodiac Training in a significant fraudulent misrepresentation claim brought against Third Eye Technologies. The case principally concerned a licence agreement relating to a virtual reality training simulator. (Information Technology - Chambers UK 2013)

Alan Gourgey QC is ‘ideal for fast-paced litigation, being both very experienced in injunction cases and very quick at producing excellent written submissions’. (Commercial Litigation - Legal 500 2012)

Alan Gourgey QC is ‘exceptionally quick at grasping issues and is among the fastest drafters’. (Fraud Civil - Legal 500 2012)

... the highly respected Alan Gourgey QC, who is "a fantastic advocate" with an enviable reputation for his efforts in disputes involving joint ventures, franchising, commodities contracts, share sale agreements and banking issues. His work is taking on an increasingly international dimension. (Commercial  Chancery - Chambers UK 2012)

Alan Gourgey QC of 11 Stone Buildings is a particular favourite amongst solicitors thanks to his "hands-on approach" and "easy manner with clients." They further note: "He quickly grasps, and then clearly explains, the most complex of issues." He recently advised Hawksford Trustees on various claims valued at between £10 million and £20 million relating to a share sale agreement for a travel group of companies. (Commercial Dispute Resolution - Chambers UK 2012). To this accoladeChambers Global 2012 adds: "He is experienced in international disputes and regularly acts in large overseas arbitrations".

Alan Gourgey QC is "a bright professional who fully understands that speed is frequently of the essence," according to solicitors. He recently acted on the Chancery Division fraud claim of Cadogan v Tolley. (Civil Fraud - Chambers UK 2012)

Alan Gourgey QC of 11 Stone Buildings "is a hands-on, detailed lawyer - if you've got a situation where you need a safe pair of hands on an IT case, he's an ideal choice." (Information Technology - Chambers UK 2012)

The set has "a real star" in Alan Gourgey QC, who is "a first-rate trial advocate and tactician" whose "understanding of complex expert accounting and forensic issues is second to none". (Commercial Litigation - Legal 500 2011)

At 11 Stone Buildings, Alan Gourgey QC is "not afraid to roll up his sleeves and immerse himself in a case". (Civil Fraud - Legal 500 2011)

Also recommended are Alan Gourgey QC of 11 Stone Buildings ("very user-friendly"); ... (Information Technology - Legal 500 2011)

Alan Gourgey QC is acclaimed for his impressive work on high-profile international fraud cases. "Very bright, very quick and a purveyor of clear advice, he really dives into the detail of a case." Additionally, Gourgey consistently wows with his ability to turn around high-quality paperwork swiftly and accurately. His recent work highlights are plentiful in the fraud arena, and include his representation of a broker in the recovery of funds following a fraud claim arising from a share brokerage contract. He also represented one of the defendants in the Cadogan case. (Civil Fraud - Chambers UK 2011)

Alan Gourgey QC of 11 Stone Buildings is an "incisive and dynamic thinker" who exhibits a "down-to-earth approach and magnetic courtroom charisma". His practice comprises contractual, commercial fraud and IT matters, and he recently defended NatWest against breach of contract and duty of care claims valued at several million pounds. (Commercial Dispute Resolution - Chambers UK 2011)

Leading the pack here is Alan Gourgey QC, who, having recently emerged from the high-profile EDS and Sky dispute, has now turned his attention to various other pieces of litigation. These include a property fraud involving offshore companies and trusts, a luxury cars fraud and a fraud arising out of a share brokerage contract. He is celebrated for being "excellent on his paperwork, a clear thinker and a pleasure to work with". (Civil Fraud - Chambers UK 2010)

Alan Gourgey QC is "hard-working, quick, sharp and good in court". His practice is wide-ranging, covering partnership and shareholder, insolvency, fraud, sports, media and IT disputes. He is hailed as "a brilliant all-rounder and a joy to work with". (Commercial Dispute Resolution - Chambers UK 2010)

Alan Gourgey QC is singled out as "a really great advocate, who is absolutely outstanding in court". (Commercial Litigation - Legal 500 2010)

Alan Gourgey QC of 11 Stone Buildings is "always willing to roll his sleeves up and dive into the detail". (Civil Fraud - Legal 500 2010)

The ‘top-notch' Alan Gourgey QC of 11 Stone Buildings is acting for House of Fraser on a major IT contract concerning the operation of its store and credit cards. (Information Technology - Legal 500 2010)

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