“My priority is to secure the best commercial result for clients, in what are often very stressful and sensitive situations, involving commercial and reputation risk."

I’m experienced in all aspects of the litigation process, having advised on lengthy, high-value and complex trials and appeals in the High Court and Court of Appeal in London, as well as arbitrations under the LCIA and ICC rules. 

The disputes that I advise on are often multi-jurisdictional in nature – whether that be clients or opponents who are based abroad, or claims which have arisen under foreign law. 

Whatever matter is at hand, my focus is to provide clients with frank and legally-sound commercial and strategic advice, and efficient litigation management. I'm straightforward, calm and solutions-focused, and that approach fosters trust with clients, which is crucial to enabling clients to navigate the legal landscape and to resolve their contentious matters effectively.   

Karina’s recent work highlights:

Acting for a large Thai bank in its defence of a US$2bn claim arising from the sale of a majority interest in a group of companies specialising in large-scale wind energy projects in Thailand 

Acting for a major international retailer based in South Africa to pursue a multi-million-dollar fraud claim against two UK-based individuals and a BVI company. 

Acting for a major international bank in its defence of sanctions-related claims in respect of aircraft leases agreed with Russian air companies.

Acting for a Big 4 accountancy firm in defending a significant audit negligence claim arising from the collapse of an international business.