McDermott Will & Schulte announced the addition of Jessica Lee as a litigation partner in London, strengthening the firm’s capabilities in complex commercial disputes, civil fraud, asset recovery, and digital asset litigation.
Lee advises corporations and individuals on high-value matters involving shareholder disputes, regulatory issues, and cross-border investigations. She has significant experience handling matters involving the U.S. Department of Justice and the UK Serious Fraud Office.
A notable aspect of her practice is her work in cryptocurrency and blockchain-related disputes. Her experience includes crypto asset fraud and recovery actions, exchange insolvencies, and decentralized finance matters. McDermott said her arrival reflects the firm’s continued investment in areas where technology, financial services, and litigation intersect.
Lee’s addition further expands the firm’s London litigation team and complements capabilities across crypto, asset recovery, and restructuring matters. The move follows the recent arrivals of partners Hilton Mervis and Milo Molfa as McDermott continues to build out its disputes practice in London.
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“Jessica is a highly regarded litigator known for handling complex, high-stakes disputes. Her expertise across civil fraud, asset recovery and crypto matters is a natural fit with our strategic direction and the increasingly sophisticated demands of our clients. We’re delighted to welcome her to the team.”
Joshua Simon, Global Head of McDermott’s Litigation Practice Group
“Bringing Jessica on board is another stride forward in the evolution of our London office. We are building depth across key areas and investing in talent that reflects both our ambition and the pace of our growth. Her strength in crypto disputes sits neatly within our existing business and drives forward what is a key growth area in cutting edge legal services.”
Aymen Mahmoud, London Managing Partner at McDermott
“I’m excited to join McDermott at such a dynamic point in its growth. The firm’s ambition in London, combined with its strength in complex disputes and forward-looking focus on areas like digital assets, presents a fantastic opportunity to deliver high-impact outcomes for clients. I’m looking forward to working with colleagues across the firm to build on this momentum.”
Jessica Lee, Litigation Partner at McDermott
