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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory

UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide


Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Rankings

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Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory - UK-wide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Simpson Thacher & Barlett has a stand out practice that's focused on advising fund sponsors. The team works on all types of issues affection those clients including fund structuring, M&A and financing transactions.

Work Highlights

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  • Simpson Thacher & Bartlett advised Astorg in connection with the formation and fundraising of its flagship Astorg VIII fund.

Strengths

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  • The firms' key strengths include comprehensive coverage and advice that is always framed with a practical outcome in mind, which is extremely helpful.

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  • They have an excellent understanding of our business with strong commercial awareness which ensures advice is tailored to us.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Owen Lysak
    Band 4Owen Lysak

    Owen Lysak

    Owen Lysak co-leads the Simpson Thacher European financial services and funds regulatory practice. He advises financial sponsor clients and is recommended for his work on cross-border matters.

    • Owen has good industry knowledge, is easy to get along with and is always available to discuss urgent matters.

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  • Band 4Stephanie Biggs
    Band 4Stephanie Biggs

    Stephanie Biggs

    Stephanie Biggs is co-lead of the Simpson Thacher European financial services and funds regulatory team. Biggs is an experienced adviser on the regulatory considerations of fund-raises and M&A transactions.

    • She is very good at cutting through noise and planning a strategy that works, which is hugely invaluable.

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Ranked Individuals at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP (2)

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    Owen Lysak

    Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory

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    Stephanie Biggs

    Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory

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