Chambers Review
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Banking & Finance - USA
What the Team is Known For
McDermott Will & Schulte has a well-regarded team of practitioners with strengths in compliance, enforcement and litigation. The firm is regularly sought out to advise on compliance with SEC, SRO and Federal Reserve Board rules, along with criminal proceedings and investigations. It has a niche expertise in insider trading matters and is noted for its work in emerging industries such as blockchain and cryptocurrency. The firm has particularly impressive cross-border capabilities.
Strengths
McDermott Will & Schulte gives very detailed and sophisticated analysis of issues.
The firm has an excellent understanding of both legal and business complexities of issues and an inherent ability to see the big picture.
Work Highlights
McDermott Will & Schulte represented multiple broker-dealers and hedge fund clients regarding their obligation to maintain and preserve electronic communications.
Notable practitioners
Christopher Kandel of McDermott Will & Schulte is regarded as a go-to player in the London banking and finance market. His expertise includes complex and high value cross-border leveraged and acquisition finance matters.