LAWYER PROFILE

Nikki Johnstone

UK 2026

A&O Shearman

Ranked in 1 practice area

Financial Services: Payments Law

UK-wide

6 years ranked

About

Provided by A&O Shearman

Practice Areas

Nikki Johnstone is a partner in the Banking Regulatory & FinTech practice in the firm’s London office.

Nikki is Fintech regulatory specialist who has extensive experience in advising financial institutions and technology companies on digitalisation, cross-border payments as well as cutting-edge innovations in cryptoassets and distributed ledger technology. She also provides specialist support to the firm’s transactional teams on fundraising and M&A for established and growth Fintechs.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Financial Services: Payments Law - UK-wide

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Nikki Johnstone advises leading payments providers and technology companies on diverse concerns including authorisation and product launches.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Nikki is a strong and very knowledgeable regulatory lawyer who comes recommended to anyone seeking advice within financial services.
Financial Services: Payments LawChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
She is a very talented partner who is great at explaining and helps us to digest issues in a way which translates easily to our business.
Financial Services: Payments LawChambers Guide to the Legal Profession