Recommendations:
Chancery: Commercial (Chambers & Partners 2012)
Commercial Litigation (Legal 500 2011)
Fraud: Civil (Chambers & Partners 2012)
Fraud: Civil (Legal 500 2011)
Quotes:
Hugh is described as "good on his feet," "outstandingly clear with clients" and "able to understand commercial realities." [Chancery Commercial, Chambers and Partners 2012]
Lauded by interviewees for his "strategic foresight and sensible, cool head when under fire." [Fraud,Chambers and Partners 2012]
Has a "deceptively good" cross examination style. [Fraud, Legal 500 2012]
"a terrific advocate who flourishes in highly technical cases involving a cross-pollination of disciplines" [Fraud, Chambers and Partners 2010]
"A brilliant lawyer and great fun to work with" [Fraud, Legal 500 2010]
"A great solicitor favourite ... praised for his “superior grasp of commercial issues and ability to devise strategies within cost-effective frameworks.”" [Fraud, Chambers and Partners 2009]
"tremendously creative, very focused and direct" and is praised for his "wonderfully clear advice." [Fraud, Chambers and Partners 2009]
Hugh has also been recognised for his "strategic awareness" and "strong people skills" [Fraud, Chambers and Partners 2008]