Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
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Clifford Chance is a leading player in the non-contentious regulatory space. Its lawyers advise on a host of high-profile matters including digital asset regulation, transaction-related regulatory issues and UK/EU financial services regulation. The team works with a host of premier clients, including asset managers and investment banks.
Work Highlights
- A team from Clifford Chance advised HSBC on the regulatory aspects of its acquisition of Silicon Valley Bank UK.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Clifford Chance provides detailed guidance regarding statutory requirements. Its international legal acumen is second to none, and the team are extremely knowledgeable and provide timely guidance."
"The team at Clifford Chance proactively update clients on legislative developments. They handle complex matters and their guidance helps strategically."
"The team at Clifford Chance are experts. They have well-rounded knowledge of all areas within payments and provide regulatory advice regarding the implementation of new laws."
"Clifford Chance provides detailed guidance regarding statutory requirements. Its international legal acumen is second to none, and the team are extremely knowledgeable and provide timely guidance."
"The team at Clifford Chance proactively update clients on legislative developments. They handle complex matters and their guidance helps strategically."
"The team at Clifford Chance are experts. They have well-rounded knowledge of all areas within payments and provide regulatory advice regarding the implementation of new laws."
Notable Practitioners
Christopher Bates is a highly respected practitioner who is frequently sought out by industry associations to advise on significant regulatory changes.
Recognised for his extensive thought leadership, Simon Gleeson demonstrates deep experience of financial services regulation. His broad client base includes both banks and investment funds.
Monica Sah advises global financial institutions and fintech clients on a full range of regulatory issues.
"Monica is the consummate lawyer and is able to address complex, international issues with skill and aplomb."
"What sets Monica apart is her ability to step up and be the client's partners from a commercial perspective. She understands the risks that clients face."
"Monica is an excellent legal resource."
Simon Crown has a highly regarded financial service practice and is recommended for his expertise in fund regulatory advice.
"Simon takes the time to provide thoughtful advice."
Caroline Dawson advises global financial institutions on the full remit of financial regulatory advice. She stands out for her work relating to M&A or financing transactions.
"Caroline does excellent work."
Diego Ballon Ossio is an up-and-coming partner who represents financial services businesses and industry organisations in a full range of regulatory matters.
Ranked Lawyers at
Clifford Chance LLP
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