Myles Wallbank

Myles Wallbank is a senior associate based at Gowling WLG. His experience working with a wide range of clients on all forms of inquisitorial, litigation and dispute resolution means that Myles has a breadth and depth of knowledge and skills to draw on when supporting you.

Inquiry and investigation work

Myles specialises in director disqualification work. He regularly acts for the Secretary of State to bring proceedings against unfit company directors in the public interest. He has extensive experience in investigating the conduct of directors of insolvent companies, and has acted in a number of complex investigations which have resulted in lengthy disqualification orders being made against directors under the Company Directors Disqualification Act.

Myles has worked with the Insolvency Service and the Official Receiver for many years conducting numerous investigations; from straightforward single company failures, to multiple failures with complex allegations including fraud. This has allowed Myles to develop a flexible and efficient working style, and as a result, he is quickly able to identify those issues which are critical to the success of any investigation. His work requires detailed liaison with Insolvency Practitioners, directors (and/or their legal representatives), HMRC, banks, accountants, creditors, enquiry agents and employees.

In appropriate cases, Myles is required to draft lengthy and complex evidence, and as a result, has developed considerable investigative and drafting experience, as well as a deep appreciation of public interest considerations.

Myles also understand the importance of providing exceptional service tailored to the needs of the client, liaising closely with them in respect of their particular requirements. Myles' client-focused approach and varied experience enable him to conduct investigations efficiently and cost-effectively from their outset through to conclusion.

Myles also has experience of acting for a core participant in a high profile statutory public Inquiry assisting with complex internal investigations, disclosure processes and liaising with the Inquiry Solicitors.

Litigation work

More generally, Myles also has experience of working on a broad range of commercial disputes and international arbitration matters having worked with clients involved in proceedings governed by the major arbitral rules.