UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide
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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer has a respected financial services team that works on a host of contentious issues. Its lawyers act for a number of globally recognised banks and leading asset managers. The team offers advice on matters concerning both domestic and foreign regulators.
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Herbert Smith Freehills advised TSB in relation to an enforcement investigation by the FCA which related to the bank's collections and recoveries function.
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They are a heavyweight in this space.
The firm has unparalleled expertise in contentious regulatory matters.
The team has significant subject matter expertise and the partners are calm and fully engaged.
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Hywel Jenkins is head of the London financial services regulatory team at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer. He has deep experience when it comes to advising banks and asset managers on matters involving the FCA and PRA.
Hywel is excellent and you get a lot of value from a little time with him - he is always on-point and easy to work with.
Hywel provides very clear and exceptional advice and gives a great service.
He is a superb lawyer who is very easy to talk to and who understands things from a client perspective.
He is very knowledgeable and has great insights.
She is experienced and does a lot in this market.
Jenny is a senior partner with huge experience. She has an air of calm with the ability to roll up her sleeves and get stuck in when necessary.
Chris Ninan works with financial service clients including investment banks, audit firms and crypto exchanges. He handles a range of contentious regulatory matters, including non-financial misconduct, internal investigations and FCA investigations.
Jon Ford brings a breadth of experience to his financial services practice. He is recognised for his work advising on skilled person reviews, regulatory complaints and enforcement actions by FCA.
Jon is incredibly knowledgeable and has a very good insight into the FCA and financial ombudsman. He has a very commercial mind and razor-sharp knowledge.
Jon is very proactive, knowledgeable and well-tuned into current issues. He understands the regulatory landscape and is very reactive, responsive and bright.
Financial Services: Contentious Regulatory (Corporates)
Financial Services: Contentious Regulatory (Corporates)
Financial Services: Contentious Regulatory (Corporates)
Financial Services: Contentious Regulatory (Corporates)
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