Laurence Katz

Laurence joined CKFT in January 2009 having previously been a partner at two city firms since 1998. He specialises in fraud and asset tracing claims, insolvency and commercial disputes, dealing in particular with claims having an international element.

Laurence has lectured and written on international litigation issues. Recent publications of note include “Asset tracing – getting evidence and injunctive relief” (Recovery, December 2007) and “The interface between fraud and insolvency – how insolvency laws can assist in finding and recovering the proceeds of fraud” (Insolvency and Restructuring International, April 2008).

The Chambers UK Guide 2009 says of Laurence that he “…is prized for ‘paying attention to the details without losing sight of the big picture.’ He is also commended for his ability to think up novel approaches, particularly in cases with an interplay between fraud and insolvency.”

Laurence is the current co-chair of the enforcement of creditors’ rights sub-committee of the Insolvency, Restructuring and Creditors’ Rights section of the International Bar Association and a member of The Law Society’s Civil Fraud Reference Group and the Commercial Fraud Lawyers Association.