Ryan Grace

Ryan Grace is a Managing Associate specialising in commercial litigation, property litigation and construction disputes from the firm’s West End office in Baker Street. Ryan joined the firm in September 2025 following heading up the litigation department at a boutique UK national firm.

Ryan advises clients across the full spectrum of complex business disputes. His practice covers all aspects of commercial litigation and construction litigation, where he acts for companies, directors, investors, and stakeholders in High Court / County proceedings and alternative dispute resolution forums including arbitration, adjudication and mediation.

Ryan has particular expertise in cryptocurrency and digital asset disputes, a fast-developing area in which he advises on fraud, misappropriation, asset tracing, breach of trust, and regulatory issues arising from the use and trade of blockchain-based assets. He regularly acts in claims involving crypto exchanges, token issuers, and DeFi platforms.

A key focus of Ryan’s practice also includes shareholder and corporate disputes, such as claims for unfair prejudice, breach of director duties, and partnership breakdowns. He is experienced in acting on behalf of minority shareholders, directors, and joint venture parties in contentious business separations, often involving interim relief such as injunctions and derivative actions.

Ryan also handles a wide range of fraud claims and technology disputes, including software implementation failures, cyber-related breaches, and disputes involving IT service providers and infrastructure contracts. Clients value Ryan for his sharp legal analysis, practical approach, and ability to manage high-stakes litigation with discretion and strategic clarity. He is experienced in working closely with forensic experts, insolvency practitioners, and counsel to deliver commercially focused outcomes in complex, multi-party disputes.

Away from work, Ryan has a keen interest in sports and travel, and enjoys exploring new destinations and staying active through a range of sporting pursuits.

Expertise

Commerciële geschillen

• Obtained urgent injunctive relief including a Norwich Pharmacal order for disclosure against multiple cryptocurrency exchange platforms which involved applications for service by alternative means (NFTs) and service out of jurisdiction.
• Successfully defended proceedings against a multi-national airline company for breach of contract in connection with a multi-million-pound claim.
• Successfully acting for a private individual for an unfair prejudice petition in connection with a national food wholesaler.
• Advising a national cleaning company on their claim against a former director relating to fraudulent misappropriation of funds.
• Obtained a significant settlement on behalf of a client in relation to a complex quantum meruit claim.
• Acted on a cross-border dispute for a fashion brand including claims for tortious interference and loss of profits, which included urgent injunctive relief applications.
• Advised a private company in relation to defending a substantial claim brought by an energy company.

Bouwgeschillen

• Acting for several clients (both contractors and corporate entities) in respect of adjudication and arbitration claims.
• Successfully settled a significant claim against a property developer in relation to the Building Safety Act.
• Acting for a client bringing a claim in respect of breach of contract arising from a property development.

Geschillen over onroerend goed

• Regularly advising on defaulted loan facilities secured against property portfolios.
• Acted for several clients in relation to forfeiture proceedings (both for landlords and tenants)
• Acted on commercial lease renewal applications (both contested and uncontested).