Ashurst continues to grow Disputes and Investigations practice

Global law firm Ashurst has appointed banking litigation and investigations expert Philip Linton as a partner in its Disputes & Investigations practice based in London.

Philip joins from Goldman Sachs, where he was a Managing Director and led the firm's EMEA Litigation and Contentious Regulatory team. Philip has worked at Goldman Sachs for the past 12 years.

"We are delighted to welcome Philip to Ashurst" said Tom Connor, EMEA Head of Dispute Resolution. "He brings a deep experience of the financial services markets, and disputes in the sector, that will be very valuable for our clients. His recruitment reflects Ashurst's continued strategic focus on growing our Disputes & Investigations capability."

Philip commented: "I am thrilled to be joining Ashurst, a firm with strong client relationships across the financial services markets. Their Disputes & Investigations practice is first-rate, and I am looking forward to being part of the firm's dynamic and collaborative environment."