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Michelmores is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Partner to its Commercial & Regulatory Disputes team, further strengthening the Firm’s specialist capabilities in financial services and securities litigation.
Joining the Firm’s London office, Jennifer Morrissey brings specialist experience in high-value, complex commercial disputes, with a particular focus on financial services, contentious insolvency, and securities litigation. Jennifer will lead Michelmores’ Securities and Investment Disputes practice.
Recognised in the Legal 500 UK Guide 2025 as a ‘standout partner’ for Commercial Litigation and named one of Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Global Plaintiff Lawyers in 2025, Jennifer has a strong track record advising institutional investors, venture capital trusts, and litigation funders on high-profile matters in the High Court and in international arbitration.
Jennifer has also played a significant role in shaping the broader disputes landscape. A member of the Law Society’s Dispute Resolution Section Executive Committee, she contributed to the Civil Justice Council’s 2024–2025 review of litigation funding and also sits on the Banking and Financial Claims Sub-Committee of the Collective Redress Lawyers Association.
Commenting on the appointment, Henry Taylor, Partner and Head of the Business Group at Michelmores, said: “We are very pleased to welcome Jennifer to the Firm. She brings exceptional expertise and has a market-leading reputation in securities and investment disputes. Her experience enhances the depth of our team and expands the range of support we can offer to clients facing high-stakes, complex disputes in the financial services sector.”
Jennifer added: “I’m excited to be joining Michelmores at a time of growth for the disputes team. The Firm’s increasing national presence and its commitment to excellence in litigation make it a natural home for my practice. I look forward to working with colleagues across the Firm to support our clients through their most complex and high-value disputes.“