UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide
Ranked Individuals
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Latham & Watkins is home to a noteworthy payments team that regularly advises clients on the regulatory aspects of M&A. The team also offers more general regulatory advice and works with clients on product launches.
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Latham & Watkins advised Shift4 Payments on its acquisition of the payments and technology platform Global Blue.
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The firm handles complex projects and distil complex rules down to practical advice.
They have technical knowledge of the subject matter and they are excellent lawyers.
Latham’s lawyers provide practical and technically sound work and the team is clearly attuned to the evolving risk environment. Their cross-border coordination and responsiveness is also excellent.
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Christian McDermott is co-chair of Latham's payments practice. He is an experienced lawyer who works with international companies on the full spectrum of payments matters.
Stuart Davis is global co-chair of Latham's fintech industry group. He has a noteworthy payments practice and regularly works with technology companies and new and established, financial services sector organisations.
Stuart is always willing to make himself available and roll up his sleeves to support his clients.
Stuart is able to see around corners and spot emerging risks and trends. He is an incredibly valuable partner to our business and a delight to work with.
He is highly responsive, pragmatic and a true expert in the payments regulatory space. He has an impressive ability to cut through complexity and deliver actionable advice in fast-moving contexts.
Brett Carr is a well-known associate in the team who works on a host of matters. His clients include central banks and payment service companies, and he provides regulatory advice, often including cross-jurisdictional elements.
He is an outstanding regulatory adviser with a calm, considered approach. He combines deep technical expertise with a strong sense of commerciality.
Brett is very impressive, incredibly responsive and gives practical advice.
Financial Services: Payments Law
Financial Services: Payments Law
Financial Services: Payments Law
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