Ian Croxford QC

Practice Overview

Ian has a varied and diverse practice in the UK and abroad. The focus is, of course, upon seeking to achieve the client's required result without going to court if possible, but knowing always that if that is not possible then Ian's particular strength is as an advocate with extensive trial experience.

He has been involved in many large scale and high-profile professional liability cases involving claims against solicitors, accountants (audit and accountancy), stockbrokers, civil engineers and management consultants. In addition, he is regularly engaged in commercial disputes involving not only the due performance of obligations but also those where fraud is a component. 

Professional Reputation

Chambers Global, 2011

Ian Croxford QC "has real charisma in court" and a long-standing reputation for his commercial chancery work. His work regularly involves international aspects, and he recently acted in a USD60 million fraud claim brought by the Zambian government against its former president.

Ian Croxford QC is a "a superb cross-examiner who has a forceful presence in court." Recent notable work has included Equitable Synergy v Pacific Alliance and Vitol SA v Delta Petrol Unrenleri Ticaret & Petroserve.

Ian is recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners for:

• Professional negligence
• Commercial dispute resolution
• Chancery (commercial)
• Fraud (civil and criminal)
• Health & Safety.

Recent editions of these directories have said (amongst other things):

'"A fantastic trial advocate"' he is noted for his strength in accountants' and solicitors' negligence cases".'

'"A muscular advocate known for his booming delivery," he is one of the finest cross-examiners around.' "Committed to the end result".'

'"Well able to fight difficult cases".'

'"A superb cross-examiner who is never afraid to get his hands dirty".'

'"Extremely bright, commercial and clear thinking"'

Qualifications & Appointments

• LLB (First Class Hons)
• Bencher Gray's Inn
• Deputy Judge (Chancery Division)

Memberships

• Commercial Bar Association 
• Chancery Bar Association
• Criminal Bar Association