Nicholas Fox

Overview

I’m a Partner and the Practice Leader of the Litigation and Insolvency team in the Cayman Islands office.  I joined Mourant in 2010 and have over 10 years' experience of litigation in the Cayman Islands and BVI.

Before joining Mourant, I worked at another leading offshore law firm.  Prior to that, I spent over five years practising at the London Bar.

I have extensive experience in fraud and asset tracing, insolvency and financial services litigation, as well as regulatory matters.

Professional qualifications

• Admitted as an attorney in the Cayman Islands, 2009
• Admitted as a Barrister in the BVI, 2008
• Called to the Bar of England and Wales, 2003 (currently non-practising)
• MA Jurisprudence, Oxford University

Memberships

• Fellow of INSOL
• The Insolvency Lawyers' Association
• Recovery and Insolvency Specialists Association (Cayman)

Work highlights

• Acted on a number of complex, high value fraud cases, including as part of the Mourant team acting for the Plaintiffs in the AHAB v Saad litigation, pursuing a claim of over US$6bn in the Cayman Islands.
• Have advised a substantial number of court-appointed liquidators and receivers on many complex and high-value cross border disputes, including advising the BVI liquidators of the Madoff-affected Kingate Funds.
• Advised, obtained and opposed ancillary relief in support of foreign and domestic proceedings, including freezing orders, Norwich Pharmacal orders and other forms of interim relief.
• Advised on a number of complex, high value and time sensitive regulatory matters.

What the directories say

In Chambers and Partners Global 2024, Nicholas is individually ranked in Dispute Resolution. He is described as being " very commercial", with another source describing him as "an outstanding, battle-hardened litigator capable of dealing with the most difficult and problematic cases."

In Legal 500 Caribbean 2024, Nicholas is ranked as a Leading Individual in Dispute Resolution. He is described as "approachable, commercial and always available." Another source describes him as a "highly skilled Cayman counsel" who has "mastered the art of case handling." The source also praises his "ability to keep [the] client in the know on highly time sensitive matters whilst going above and beyond to meet impossible deadlines."

In Chambers and Partners Global 2023, Nicholas is individually ranked in Dispute Resolution. A source in the guide praises him for being "analytical, practical, strategic, and a good communicator", with another adding: "I really enjoy working with him - he has a great amount of expertise."

In Legal 500 Caribbean 2023, Nicholas is recognised as a Next Generation Partner for Dispute Resolution.

"He is completely across the detail and lovely to work with." "He has a deep intellect which is obvious anytime you deal with him." Chambers and Partners Global 2022.

Chambers and Partners Global 2021 states that Nicholas "is one of the most thoughtful and effective offshore litigation lawyers in the Caribbean."

"Nicholas Fox's high level of commitment combines with strong legal skills and energy." Legal 500 Caribbean, 2020.

"Very responsive, professional and personable...He is willing and well able to defend his position as needed. He is a well-rounded lawyer." Chambers and Partners, 2020.

"Commercial and sensible to work with." Legal 500 Caribbean, 2019.

"Incredible work ethic and a great eye for detail." Chambers and Partners Global, 2018.

'Nicholas Fox "demonstrates real astuteness in identifying the issues at the heart of a dispute and willingness to come forward with insightful and innovative ideas to address them."' Legal 500 Caribbean, 2018.

"A very intelligent and user-friendly attorney, who impresses with his attention to detail and ability to maintain a view of the big picture." Legal 500 Caribbean, 2016.

Nicholas is listed as Recommended in Legal 500 Caribbean, 2015.