Gaming
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About
Provided by Mishcon de Reya LLP
We advise clients on all their regulatory needs, from licence applications, compliance requirements and preparation of policies and terms and conditions, through to compliance assessments, regulatory investigations and licence reviews. We are specialists in anti-money laundering and safer gambling requirements, with expertise in both remote and land-based operations. In an industry with ever evolving and expanding regulatory requirements and increasingly active regulators, an effective governance and compliance framework has never been more vital.
We have advised numerous individuals and corporates in connection with regulatory enforcement action including representing clients before the Regulatory Panel of the Gambling Commission and on appeal to the First Tier Tribunal. Our specialists provide clarity in helping to resolve even the most complex of issues. We have deep experience of managing relations with the regulator, holding the regulator to account and successfully concluding licence reviews through regulatory settlement.
Our lawyers are recognised for being able to bring a unique blend of corporate, regulatory and commercial expertise to a particular matter. This enables us to add strategic value to international corporate transactions and commercial arrangements. We regularly assist clients in assessing the impact of regulation, compliance and enforcement risk on corporate and commercial transactions and global licensing and expansion plans.
Chambers Review
Mishcon de Reya advises across the spectrum of betting and gaming issues. The firm is especially proficient in counselling gaming companies on complex commercial matters, with particular strength providing licensing, compliance and regulatory advice. The firm demonstrates additional prowess in multi-jurisdictional mandates.
Work Highlights
- Mishcon de Reya advisedthe US firm LBKM on behalf of Epic Games in relation to a loyalty scheme in the UK.
Strengths
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"All of the partners and associates in the gaming department have true expertise and tactical ability. They are able to concentrate on the issues and distil them."
"The firm provided top-notch legal input throughout the process, with a stellar service and speedy responsiveness throughout."
"The gaming team is top-notch, super-responsive and attentive to all client needs. The lawyers have tremendous knowledge on complex transactions and are able to explain complex concepts to clients."
"All of the partners and associates in the gaming department have true expertise and tactical ability. They are able to concentrate on the issues and distil them."
"The firm provided top-notch legal input throughout the process, with a stellar service and speedy responsiveness throughout."
"The gaming team is top-notch, super-responsive and attentive to all client needs. The lawyers have tremendous knowledge on complex transactions and are able to explain complex concepts to clients."
Notable Practitioners
Nick Nocton leads the betting and gaming practice at Mishcon de Reya and is an experienced figure in the gambling industry. He has extensive knowledge of enforcement actions as well as providing compliance and regulatory advice.
"Nick Nocton is exceptionally competent. He has genuine experience in the area and is truly an expert on the law. His tactical awareness is superb."
"Nick is always available to assist us in traversing the sophisticated regulatory landscape of the UK. The advice we receive is always detailed and tailored to our firm's structure and operations."
"Nick is a very strong and supportive lawyer."
Susan Breen advises a range of clients including well-known gaming operators on compliance, regulation and licensing mandates. Additionally, she assists with the gambling regulatory aspects of corporate transactions.
"Susan Breen is a brilliant lawyer. She is highly knowledgeable and experienced in her field of expertise. She is also responsive and committed."
"Susan is an incredible lawyer with unrivalled gambling industry expertise."
"Susan is not only an exceptional lawyer, but also an exceptional mentor to her team. Her experience and knowledge of the industry is second to none."
Niki Stephens provides regulatory, commercial and licensing advice in the gaming industry. She also handles contentious matters for clients, including land-based and remote operators. Additionally, she assists with the gaming aspects of M&A transactions.
"Niki is extremely aware and able in the gambling world. She is up to date and forward-thinking when it comes to gambling regulation."
"Niki Stephens is a very strong and supportive lawyer."
Stuart McMaster possesses extensive knowledge of the gaming sector, advising on regulatory and licensing matters. He has particular expertise on matters concerning data protection in the gambling sector. His clients include casino operators and gaming companies.
"Stuart is my go-to person at Mishcon. He is equipped with a keen intellect and good commercial awareness, as well as a great bedside manner."
"Stuart feels like an extension of our team, due to his knowledge of our industry and our issues. He constantly provides sound advice on a variety of areas."
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