Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 3
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(020) 7638 1111Chambers Review
Ashurst is recognised for its strength in the non-contentious space, advising banks, insurance companies and asset managers on matters such as Consumer Duty and ESG. The team is highly experienced in technology and payments aspects of the area, advising challenger banks and cryptocurrency firms.
Work Highlights
- Ashurst advised Raymond James Investment Services on its implementation of the FCA's Consumer Duty.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Ashurst has incredible depth across the financial regulatory arena and is a go-to for complex questions. The team has a distinct practical style. They are responsive, attentive and goal-oriented."
"Ashurst is able to dig into multiple jurisdictions to help answer our questions.Its team is very responsive and extremely knowledgeable about laws and regulations."
"All partners at Ashurst understand the client, their business and their areas of focus. The team are proactive, thoughtful and a real value-add. They're a pleasure to work with at all levels."
"Ashurst has incredible depth across the financial regulatory arena and is a go-to for complex questions. The team has a distinct practical style. They are responsive, attentive and goal-oriented."
"Ashurst is able to dig into multiple jurisdictions to help answer our questions.Its team is very responsive and extremely knowledgeable about laws and regulations."
"All partners at Ashurst understand the client, their business and their areas of focus. The team are proactive, thoughtful and a real value-add. They're a pleasure to work with at all levels."
Notable Practitioners
Etay Katz is a highly regarded financial regulatory lawyer. His clients include leading financial services institutions.
"Etay Katz is a master of digital assets. He has a rare ability to fill the regulatory void in a thoughtful and constructive way. He provides strong predictions and gives an actionable path forward."
"Etay is an excellent lawyer with market-leading expertise in crypto and DLT. He is able to break down complex new regulatory and technology matters into discrete pieces that look more familiar."
"Etay has an in-depth cross-sectoral understanding of the financial services business. He has exceptional understanding of digital assets and the regulatory considerations."
Jake Green is global co-head of the Ashurst financial regulatory practice. He stands out for his work on cross-border regulatory issues.
"Jake is extremely effective. He has incredible insight into businesses and is a pragmatic, tenacious and clever strategist. He's a true trusted adviser."
"Jake Green provides really commercial advice. He is very responsive and is always looking for ways to service clients."
"Jake is excellent at understanding the client's perspective. He is uniquely qualified to provide pragmatic and commercial advice."