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Banking & Finance: Mainly Regulatory

Global Guide 2026 : USA

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Banking & Finance: Mainly Regulatory - USA

Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Freshfields US LLP has a significantly experienced banking practice that sees it frequently advise international banks and large domestic banks on a variety of compliance matters. The firm has particular expertise with issues concerning anti-money laundering and the Volcker Rule.

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Work Highlights

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  • Freshfields US advised an EU-based global bank on the US financial regulatory implications of the restructuring of its largest foreign depository institution subsidiary and represented it before the Federal Reserve with related regulatory filings.

Strengths

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  • Freshfields advises clearly on the complex and varied regulatory landscape for US banking organizations.

    Banking & Finance: Mainly Regulatory respondentGlobal

  • Freshfields is able to bring a global and sophisticated perspective to matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Alison Hashmall
    Alison Hashmall

    Alison Hashmall

    Alison Hashmall is noted for her experience in diverse compliance matters. She frequently advises clients on issues stemming from the Volcker Rule, the Bank Holding Company Act and other regulatory issues.

    • Her skill and clear advice are invaluable.

      Banking & Finance: Mainly Regulatory respondentGlobal

    • Alison is an excellent regulatory lawyer who approaches each question from a solution-oriented perspective.

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  • David Sewell
    David Sewell

    David Sewell

    David Sewell is well regarded for his work representing financial institutions in a broad range of bank regulatory matters. In particular, he continues to rise in prominence for his expertise in AML and sanctions-related issues.

    • David is extremely knowledgeable, technical and always available.

      Banking & Finance: Mainly Regulatory respondentGlobal

    • David’s depth and breadth of experience as a regulatory advisory attorney is remarkable.

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