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Ousted BP chair Manifold hires law firm Mishcon de Reya, source says

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Posted on May 27, 2026

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· Last updated: May 27, 2026

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Ousted BP chair Manifold hires law firm Mishcon de Reya, source says

Legal Representation and Dispute Details

Manifold's Legal Move After Ouster

LONDON, May 27 (Reuters) - Albert Manifold hired law firm Mishcon de Reya to represent him after his ouster as BP chairman on Tuesday, according to a source familiar with the situation.

Scope of Mishcon de Reya's Representation

The source did not say in what way the law firm would act for Manifold.

Dispute Over BP's Version of Events

Manifold has said he disputed BP's version of events, which cited conduct and governance issues as reasons for his dismissal, and that he would not let this "false narrative" go unchallenged.

Mishcon de Reya's Broader Involvement with BP

Climate Activist Group's Legal Action

Mishcon, which did not immediately respond to a request for comment, was also hired by climate activist group Follow This in its dispute with BP over the energy firm excluding its resolution from the agenda at April's annual general meeting.

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Shadia Nasralla; Editing by Aidan Lewis, Kirsten Donovan)

Key Takeaways

  • Manifold was abruptly removed on May 26, 2026, due to “serious concerns” about governance standards, oversight and conduct, just eight months into his tenure. (axios.com)
  • In response, Manifold has engaged Mishcon de Reya, a prominent London law firm, signaling his intent to dispute BP’s version of events and protect his reputation. (cincodias.elpais.com)
  • Manifold’s removal deepens BP’s leadership turmoil—he replaces a CEO ousted in 2023, and follows yet another executive change—adding uncertainty to BP’s strategic pivot back to oil and gas. (apnews.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who has Albert Manifold hired for legal representation?
Albert Manifold has hired law firm Mishcon de Reya to represent him following his ouster as BP chairman.
Why was Albert Manifold ousted as BP chairman?
BP cited conduct and governance issues as the reason for Albert Manifold's dismissal.
What is Albert Manifold's response to BP's actions?
Albert Manifold disputes BP's version of events and intends to challenge what he calls a 'false narrative'.
Who reported the news about Manifold hiring Mishcon de Reya?
The news was reported by Reuters, citing a source familiar with the situation.

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