Simon Jacobs

Partner

Background & Biography

Simon is a member of the Corporate Restructuring and Recovery department and a partner in the dispute resolution team. Simon has a wealth of experience in advising creditors, debtors, directors, business owners, lenders and insolvency practitioners in both contentious corporate and individual insolvency matters, prior to the need for legal proceedings arising. Where proceedings become necessary, Simon has acted in disputes at all levels, from the County Court to the Supreme Court.

Expertise & Career Overview

Acted in Supreme Court in appeal concerning the circumstances in which a transaction at an undervalue would be considered an unauthorised return of capital
Acted in Court of Appeal in dispute over construction of a solicitor’s undertaking
Acted in Privy Council Appeal (from Bahamas) in construction of will of multimillion-dollar estate
Acted for Supervisor of a high-value Voluntary Arrangement defeating various challenges to the arrangement.
Represented shareholder in a complex company members case regarding a disputed application for an Administration Order and other surrounding litigation between the parties

Highlights

Acted for liquidator of financial services company on issues of trust claimed over client monies and assets, including associated litigation in the USA
Acted for fixed charge receivers of real estate portfolio concerning contractual issues arising in respect of charged assets
Acted for lender in Land Registry Adjudication concerning allegations of forged title documents
Represented a record company creditor against the liquidator of an online music retailer, establishing royalties earned and held by liquidator were to be paid to the creditor
Advised in trade mark dispute over disputed use of a mark in financial services sector
Advised in substantial defamation claim for online media agency resulting in early confidential settlement

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What Our Clients Say

Read what our clients have to say about their experience with us.

    
 
 
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   Katy Hayward 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been a client with Seddons for years and they are truly excellent. My lawyer Odein Willie-Harry is exceptional. She is knowledgeable, always available, kind and considerate and most of all a rock. Selling my house was stressful but the one thing I always knew is that I could rely on her advice and support. I can't thank her and the team enough. Happy New Year Seddons! I will be back when I find a new property 😌
  
 
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   hannah callaghan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have worked with Moshe on quite a few deals. He is super responsive, approachable and works at lightning speed. He also very good at explaining complicated matters in a very clear way. He goes above and beyond. Highly recommended.
  
 
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   neil willis 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Howard Freeman acted for us on a house sale.  He did a great job, clear, regular communication.   He was always available and the sale was executed on time to budget.   Thank you Howard.  Great job.
  
 
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   mark chappell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Most efficient , thorough, diligent and excellent work by Lana and Howard at Seddons..managing to secure the purchase of my new home in Ealing.. Not only are they very responsive, helpful, pre active on all the issues throughout, its all done working with a most decent and amiable manner.. After what has been a long complicated journey buying a property I kept the faith with Seddons who have been with me on this quest..and this one went through in rapid time, 8 weeks from offer being accepted to completion... All queries were answered comprehensivley, additional questions and concerns covered and reports provided in good time..I didnt have to chase any answers with them, they were ahead of the game in all areas... Would highly recommend and continue to use Seddons for any legal matters...
  
 
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   Alan Ganesh 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ran was acting for the Seller in a block sale and was efficient and communicative throughout. I would be happy to recommend her to other clients
  
 
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   Jack Leathem 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service from a great company. Very helpful and open communication through each stage. Would thoroughly recommend. m
  
 
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   Mike Builds 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Howard Freeman handled my property sale and purchase and I could not recommend him more highly. Flawless service, professional, thorough and friendly, very fast to respond and always happy to answer questions. Would 100% use Seddons again.
  
 
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   Gleb Mineev 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Got my ILR application handled by Soma. Got it approved, smooth process and clear communication all the way through.