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Matthew Shanahan

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

Corporate Compliance & Investigations

United Arab Emirates

3 years ranked

Financial Services: Regulatory

United Arab Emirates

1 year ranked

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Corporate Compliance & Investigations - United Arab Emirates

Band 1
Individual Editorial
Matthew Shanahan counsels on white-collar fraud, anti-money laundering and other financial criminal matters. Based in Dubai, he leverages his background as a former regulator to provide expert advice on DFSA and FRSA investigations.
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Financial Services: Regulatory - United Arab Emirates

Band 1
Individual Editorial

Matthew Shanahan has considerable financial services know-how, drawing on his experience as a former in-house lawyer at financial regulatory bodies both in the UK and in Dubai. His broader regulatory practice is complemented by his representation of financial services clients in investigation proceedings.

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  • Matthew Shanahan has a calming presence and steady judgement, which is exactly what you want in your corner during a crisis.

    Corporate Compliance & InvestigationsChambers Global Guide

  • Matthew Shanahan has a practical and to-the-point approach with in-depth knowledge of regulations.

    Corporate Compliance & InvestigationsChambers Global Guide

  • Matthew really understands the region.

    Corporate Compliance & InvestigationsChambers Global Guide

  • Matthew Shanahan is a go-to person in the DIFC for complex regulatory matters. He is easily accessible and endeavours to support even on short notice.

    Financial Services: RegulatoryChambers Global Guide

  • He is reliable and knowledgeable, with excellent industry insight.

    Financial Services: RegulatoryChambers Global Guide

  • Matthew Shanahan knows his way around the regulators in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. He's a star performer in my mind.

    Financial Services: RegulatoryChambers Global Guide

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