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Clayton Utz

Financial Services Regulation

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Clayton Utz

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The team in known a frontrunner in the industry. They are experts in regulation and litigation, consistently garner attention from prominent banks and financial services providers seeking guidance on critical matters.

he regulatory team, under the leadership of Matt continues to go from strength to strength. The team specialises in financial services regulatory, investment funds and superannuation, retail banking, consumer credit, payments, insurance, AML/CTF and privacy. On the litigation front, Ross McInnes leads with excellence. His team is navigating the complexities of investigations in an ever-evolving landscape. Amidst ongoing regulatory changes, our strategic guidance has been instrumental in assisting clients through investigations, negotiating successfully with enforcement authorities, and robustly defending against civil penalty proceedings when necessary.

 

Industries (3)

  • Banking and Financial
  • Consumer and Retail
  • Health and Pharmaceuticals

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Financial Services Regulation - Australia

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Clayton Utz offers extensive expertise in regulatory matters and financial reforms. The firm houses a highly regarded contentious practice with experience assisting with regulatory investigations, litigation and the enforcement of licence conditions. It provides regulatory advice relating to investment funds and novel financial products, acting for a blue-chip clientele and major financial institutions including a number of retail banks. The firm maintains excellent relationships with international law firms, regulators and corporations.

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Work Highlights

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  • Clayton Utz acted for Toyota Finance Australia in representative proceedings before the Supreme Court of Victoria concerning alleged breaches of financial services laws by virtue of ‘flex commission’ arrangements between Toyota Finance Australia and Toyota car dealers.

Strengths

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  • Clayton's team demonstrates specialist expertise from both technical and commercial perspectives. Their turnaround time is exceptional.

    Financial Services Regulation respondentAsia-Pacific

  • Completely satisfied with Clayton, I'm incredibly impressed that they're so responsive. If I call or email them, I get an immediate response, which is unbelievable given how busy they are.

    Financial Services Regulation respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Matthew Daley
    Matthew Daley

    Matthew Daley

    Matthew Daley frequently assists clients on regulatory matters relating to investment funds and investment banks.

    • Matthew knows his work, the legislation, all the regulatory material. He has the ability to simplify the complex.

      Financial Services Regulation respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Outstanding all-round lawyer, technically one of the best in his area, and extremely responsive. He's commercially aware and confident.

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  • Vanessa Pallone
    Vanessa Pallone

    Vanessa Pallone

    Vanessa Pallone is a Clayton Utz partner with expertise in fund management, regulatory compliance and governance. She advises domestic and international fund managers on licensing and product development.

    • Vanessa is a very strong emerging partner. She is technically very strong and responsive.

      Financial Services Regulation respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Vanessa is very client-focused and strategic. She knows how to get a good commercial outcome, but also protects the client. She is always available and very easy to deal with.

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