Financial Services

Bankim Thanki KC is much valued by banks, on both the retail and investment sides, for his ability to construct a highly sophisticated defence in response to regulatory inquiries by the FCA, PRA and SFO. A strong background in commercial litigation combined with extensive international experience makes him a powerful choice for City institutions. He is also sought out to represent accountants.

Richard Lissack KC is greatly respected on account of his finely honed skills across the criminal, regulatory and banking spheres. Qualified to practise in New York, Dubai, Northern Ireland and the Caribbean, he is much valued for his skill in handling proceedings with major multi-jurisdictional concerns.

Eleanor Davison is an accomplished junior counsel with a respected practice at the intersection of criminal law and civil regulatory matters. Her astute advice is highly valued by household-name financial institutions, and she is also noted for frequently counselling the FCA.

Drawing upon his past life as a qualified chartered accountant, Henry King KC is able to adroitly handle the most complex and technical aspects of regulatory disputes between financial institutions and the FCA. He is also experienced in acting in tax disputes and has extensive knowledge on tax avoidance schemes.

Nik Yeo has wide-ranging expertise in the financial services sector, encompassing both criminal and civil cases. He regularly handles FCA investigations and compliance issues. He also advises on cryptocurrency-related regulatory issues.

Rebecca Loveridge is a high-quality junior who inspires confidence when acting on contentious matters involving regulators such as the FRC and FCA. Her areas of strength include advising on actions related to audits, as well as banking issues such as Libor fixing.

Richard Coleman KC is a well-regarded figure across the City who is appreciated for his talent and experience in both litigation and other modes of dispute resolution. He is also noted for his ability to handle the administrative and public law aspects of financial services regulation.

Robin Barclay KC is a leading practitioner in many areas of financial services, whose widely acknowledged expertise in financial crime, fraud and other regulatory matters makes him an increasingly popular choice for both individuals and companies. He regularly drafts independent board reports, and his experience in civil and criminal matters means that he is often called upon to advise on a range of cross-border issues.

Leigh-Ann Mulcahy is a highly experienced financial services practitioner who is regularly sought out by the Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority to act in regulatory and enforcement matters.

Leonora Sagan has a solid financial services practice and is frequently sought out to represent both corporates and individuals. She is extremely well versed in misconduct and FCA investigation cases, among numerous other matters.

Nicholas Medcroft KC is particularly admired for his strength in handling commercial litigation in a regulatory context, where he advises clearing banks and individuals who are undergoing FCA investigation and enforcement proceedings. He is also instructed by the FCA and FRC.

Richard Handyside KC is a popular choice for the Financial Services Compensation Scheme and other financial institutions in handling high-profile disputes. He is adept at handling litigation concerning MiFID II, the FSMA and collapsed businesses.

Robin Lööf is described as a superb financial services lawyer, and he focuses on representing organisations and smaller banks. He is able to provide expert representation in anti-money laundering matters, FCA enforcement actions and other financial regulation cases.