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Caroline Cwiertnia

Caroline Cwiertnia

Associate

London

T: +44 (0) 20 3400 2144

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Biography

Caroline is an Associate in the Litigation and Investigations department. She advises a broad range of clients, including financial institutions, insurers and individuals, on complex, high‑value disputes. Her practice spans general commercial and contractual litigation, contentious insurance matters, regulatory investigations, banking disputes and large‑scale group litigation. She also has experience in procurement and construction disputes.

Caroline has acted in High Court proceedings and arbitrations, as well as in matters resolved through mediation and adjudication.

Spoken Languages

  • Polish

Admissions

  • England and Wales

Related Capabilities

  • Business & Commercial Disputes

  • Financial Institutions

  • Investigations

  • Financial Services

  • Insurance & Reinsurance

  • Intellectual Property & Technology Disputes

  • Class Actions & Mass Torts

  • Government Contracts & Public Procurement

  • Sports, Media & Entertainment

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