Real results across complex international engagements.
Each engagement presented unique challenges — different jurisdictions, legal systems, cultural dynamics and commercial complexities — and each required a tailored strategy to reach a successful outcome.
$5M+Recovered, single matter
160+Countries reachable
4Continents coordinated
1Relationship manager
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Case Study 01
East AsiaAfricaSouth AfricaZambia
Multi-jurisdiction asset tracing
~$5MRecovered
Challenge
A state-owned enterprise had dispersed assets across several African jurisdictions and East Asia through layered corporate structures designed to obscure ownership.
Approach
Hartmark deployed its global network for simultaneous tracing, coordinating local counsel in South Africa and Zambia while maintaining central oversight of all parallel proceedings.
Outcome
Assets attached via court order; missing trucks seized; ~$5M recovered and several million in questionable claims avoided.
Case Study 02
EuropeMiddle EastCross-border
Cross-border enforcement & settlement
92%Of claim resolved
Challenge
A defended commercial claim spanned two legal systems with differing enforcement mechanisms and a debtor incentivised to delay.
Approach
Proceedings coordinated from pre-action through enforcement, with settlement explored at every stage and a single point of accountability across both jurisdictions.
Outcome
92% of the claim recovered through structured settlement — controlling cost and avoiding a contested trial.
Case Study 03
Asia-PacificPRCUK
PRC enforcement via the Shanghai office
11moTo resolution
Challenge
A UK exporter faced non-payment from a Chinese buyer, with limited visibility of PRC court procedure and local enforcement options.
Approach
Hartmark's Shanghai office led native-language representation, applying direct PRC court, arbitration and enforcement experience under the same governed relationship.
Outcome
Full judgment obtained and enforced locally within eleven months — cross-border distance removed.
Case Study 04
AfricaInsolvency
Insolvency monitoring & creditor protection
1stRanked creditor
Challenge
A counterparty entered formal insolvency mid-engagement, putting the client's position at risk among numerous competing creditors.
Approach
Proofs of debt prepared, process tracked and distributions monitored — protecting the client's standing throughout the formal proceedings.
Outcome
Client secured a leading creditor position and a materially improved distribution outcome.