Intersection between commercial disputes and sanctions

Carter-Ruck’s renowned wider litigation expertise means that the firm is well-placed to advise on the intersection between commercial disputes and sanctions. Examples of such cases in which Carter-Ruck has acted include circumstances where:

  • contracts have been frustrated because a designated person is a party to, or otherwise involved in, the agreement;
  • banks have refused to release funds or otherwise follow a client’s instructions on the grounds of alleged sanctions prohibitions;
  • clients have been “de-banked” on the basis of alleged sanctions exposure;
  • insurers have threatened to cancel insurance cover on the grounds of alleged sanctions prohibitions.