Ayo Oketunji
Managing Associate
Ayo excels in commercial disputes, pragmatically guiding clients through litigation, arbitration or settlement with precision and insight.
Managing Associate
Ayo excels in commercial disputes, pragmatically guiding clients through litigation, arbitration or settlement with precision and insight.
Language - English
Jurisdiction - England & Wales
Ayo is a seasoned legal expert, with over 10 years’ experience navigating the intricacies of commercial disputes and international arbitration. Her clientele includes UNHWs, family offices, banks, corporates, and funds all of whom benefit from her strategic approach to litigation and deep understanding of the legal landscape.
Ayo’s experience spans High Court litigation and alternative dispute resolution involving banking and financial services, professional negligence and complex contractual disputes, making her a sought-after advisor in high-stakes situations. Ayo is also adept at effectively managing cross border and offshore disputes in the Caribbean, Africa, Asia and Europe, providing pragmatic advice for global clients.
In the realm of international arbitration, Ayo has acted under major arbitral institutions such as ICC, LCIA, and ICSID, providing invaluable guidance in both commercial and investment treaty disputes.
Ayo’s secondments to an international airline and to a Big Four accountancy firm means that she is adept at understanding clients’ commercial needs and delivering practical and strategic advice. Clients appreciate Ayo’s ability to act swiftly and think commercially, ensuring that their interests are protected and their objectives achieved.
Family Office of UHNW family
Acted for a family office in successfully pursuing multiple claims across jurisdictions, including Guernsey, Japan and England, following a business separation, securing a major victory for the client.
Shanghai Commercial & Savings Bank
Defended client in fraudulent misrepresentation proceedings.
African Bank
Successfully advising client in relation to a trade finance dispute arising from breach of a counter-guarantee and the interpretation of a standby letter of credit.
UK Accountancy Firm
Successfully leading to the client to settle a tax dispute in respect of a potential professional negligence claim by an ultra-high net worth individual that would have been worth over £150 million.
Large travel sector SIM card provider
Successfully leading client to the settlement of litigation in relation to disputed sim card activations.
