Paulina Corbetis-Baynham
Managing Associate
Paulina is a dynamic associate specialising in high-value fraud litigation and international commercial disputes.
Managing Associate
Paulina is a dynamic associate specialising in high-value fraud litigation and international commercial disputes.
Language - English
Jurisdiction - England & Wales
Paulina Corbetis-Baynham is an associate at Stephenson Harwood, known for her expertise in handling complex civil fraud and asset recovery claims. Her diverse client base includes high net worth individuals, public-sector entities, and large corporations, all of whom benefit from her strategic approach to multi-jurisdictional disputes.
Her experience in the art and cultural property sector is highlighted by her secondment to Qatar Museums, where she advised on legal issues related to public art and cultural projects. Paulina's ability to manage high-stakes litigation is complemented by her skill in obtaining and challenging freezing orders, disclosure orders, and jurisdictional challenges, ensuring her clients' interests are robustly protected.
Clients appreciate Paulina's ability to act swiftly and decisively, leveraging her deep understanding of both domestic and international legal landscapes. Her work with corporate trustees and business divorce cases showcases her capacity to handle intricate legal challenges, making her a valuable asset to those seeking effective and pragmatic legal solutions.
High net worth individual
Advising in relation to a high value claim involving allegations of dishonesty and conspiracy, including defending and challenging a freezing order.
International corporation
Representing a defendant in a large-scale, multi-billion dollar fraud dispute involving allegations of conspiracy to defraud, including advising on domestic and foreign litigation and investigations.
High net worth individuals and their corporate vehicles
Advising in relation to a jurisdictional challenge application in the context of a fraud claim.
Corporate trustee
Acting for a trustee of a multi-billion dollar trust in relation to its successful application for a freezing order in support of overseas proceedings in an offshore jurisdiction.
Claimant in a business divorce case
Advising a claimant on fraud claims against his former joint venture partner, including successfully obtaining a freezing order and advising on parallel litigation in multiple jurisdictions.
High net worth individual
Advising on a complex derivatives dispute involving a tier-1 investment bank.
Museums authority
Advising on various legal issues relating to museums, public art and cultural projects, including the acquisition and commission of artwork, exhibitions, licensing arrangements, events, cultural programmes and partnerships.
