FinTech Legal - Australia
What the team is known for
Herbert Smith Freehills has expertise in financial service regulation, technology and capital markets matters. It handles consumer credit, electronic banking and payment systems issues as well as data protection. The firm advises on investments, fund-raising and transactions concerning digital assets.
Strengths
"The team's advice tends to be pretty practical, very commercial. Herbert Smith Freehills provides quite good turnaround times and has a good understanding of our business."
"Who we would refer work to based on the quality of lawyers and size of their team would be Herbert Smith Freehills."
Work highlights
Herbert Smith Freehills is advising Apple around the world on regulatory and insurance law matters. Its Australian team has acted for Apple on a multi-tier subscription product for the Australian market.
Notable practitioners
Charlotte Henry is a well-regarded expert in financial services regulation. Her clients include FinTech payments platform companies, digital assets businesses and other major corporates. "Charlotte Henry's exceptional grasp of regulations and her skill in restructuring technical workflows was commendable. Her expertise in navigating the intersection of technology and regulations greatly contributed to a successful integration." "Charlotte is wonderful to work with - very willing to work through any issues that arise, provides timely, relevant advice, an open communicator and gently points out legislative change that may impact us on the horizon."
Susannah Wilkinson has in-depth expertise in digital assets, blockchain, artificial intelligence and smart contracts. Wilkinson leads Herbert Smith Freehills' emerging technologies practice in the APAC region. "Susannah Wilkinson's remarkable tenacity in ensuring the alignment of our emerging technology with our commercial needs within a comprehensive legal framework was truly exceptional. Her dedication and skill in navigating the intricate intersection of technology and law played a pivotal role in meeting our business objectives."