Richard is a senior partner specialising in large commercial disputes, international litigation and substantial professional negligence actions. He has advised on claims relating to banking fraud, evidence in foreign proceedings, shareholder disputes, contractual disputes and regulatory proceedings.   He has specialised in disputes involving accountants' liability throughout his professional career.

Endorsements:

• "Richard Highley has all of the wisdom, maturity, experience and judgment to lead the defence of complex professional negligence matters" - Legal 500 UK, Insurance 2026
• "Richard Highley - strategic & thoughtful approach to cases combined with excellent client manner" - Legal 500 UK, Commercial Litigation 2026
• "Richard Highley ’stands out’ for his representation of accountants in Financial Reporting Council and Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales investigations" - Legal 500 UK, Dispute Resolution 2025
• "Richard Highley specialises in the accountancy industry. He is excellent with a keen eye for detail" - Legal 500 UK, Insurance 2025
• "Richard Highley has ’excellent judgement'" - Legal 500 UK, Commercial Litigation 2025
• "Richard Highley ‘has a strong eye for detail" - Legal 500 UK, International Arbitration 2022
• "Richard Highley – very thoughtful and tactically astute." Legal 500 UK, Commercial Litigation 2021
• "Richard Highley and John Bramhall embody the qualities of commerciality, practicality and approachability." Legal 500 UK, Commercial Litigation 2020