Bio
Fraser Mitchell is an Associate in the Dispute Resolution department in the British Virgin Islands.
Fraser joined Appleby from Mishcon de Reya LLP where he worked as a solicitor in the Litigation Department. He has worked on a range of disputes and has particular experience in cases where there are allegations of fraud or misconduct. These disputes are often complex and multi-jurisdictional in nature. Fraser also has experience in bringing and defending a variety of High Court injunctions.
Fraser has acted for both individual and corporate clients and has experience working with litigation funders on large multi-claimant actions.
Expertise:
Cases pertaining to fraud and allegations of misconduct.
Recent highlights include:
- Acting in the high profile, multi-billion dollar, commercial court litigation between the Libyan Investment Authority v Société Générale and others. The case uniquely combined issues relating to the characteristics, role and investment strategy, and authority of, a sovereign wealth fund, with allegations of bribery and corruption.
Education:
- BPP, LPC College of Law, GDL
- University St Andrews, History MA (hons.)
