Financial Services Regulation
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Australia
Band 3
Contact number
+61 2 9513 2300Chambers Review
K&L Gates is well regarded for its expertise in the regulatory requirements governing banks, fund managers and fintech developers. It is known for its work advising on new and emerging fintech platforms and their introduction into the Australian market. The firm is also noted for its client following in the funds space. Clients benefit from the team's ability to draw on its international network and experience advising on responses to ASIC and APRA investigations. Notable clients include Honda Australia, EML Payments and CoinJar.
Work Highlights
- K&L Gates advised Australian Ethical on a number of regulatory issues concerning the establishment of the Australian Ethical Sentient Clean Energy Income Fund.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team consistently provide high-quality, commercial legal advice. This is coupled with a strong understanding of our business and commercial objectives."
"They are prompt, technically spot-on and highly commercial."
"The team consistently provide high-quality, commercial legal advice. This is coupled with a strong understanding of our business and commercial objectives."
"They are prompt, technically spot-on and highly commercial."
Notable Practitioners
Daniel Knight is an established financial services lawyer who often provides regulatory advice to banks, investment funds and other financial services clients.
"Daniel is always very pleasant to deal with, helpful and responsive."
Jim Bulling is recognised for his broad practice in financial services regulation, including his work on matters in the fintech and superannuation spaces.
"Jim delivers timely, well-considered and commercial legal advice. We can't speak highly enough of Jim."