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Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms) | Global

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The Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms) rankings table below has been designed to provide the most in-depth insights and reviews of the top ranked lawyers and law firms. The firms included in our rankings have been recommended by in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers. Our comprehensive research ensures you have all the information needed when looking to purchase legal services across China.

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Band 1

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    Carl Fernandes
    Linklaters
    Linklaters | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 1 | 1 Years Ranked
    Carl Fernandes has over 25 years of experience under his belt and is particularly renowned for his deep expertise in the China and UK markets. His expertise in a variety of regulatory and compliance matters is sought after by many investment banks, fintech entities and asset management firms.
  2. Richard Mazzochi
    King & Wood Mallesons | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 1
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Band 2

  1. 2
    Ben Hammond
    Ashurst
    Ashurst | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 2 | 1 Years Ranked

    Ben Hammond leads Ashurst's non-contentious regulatory practice in Hong Kong. He is well recognised for assisting banks, financial institutions, securities traders and funds with their wide-ranging regulatory needs.

  2. William Hallatt
    2
    William Hallatt
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 2 | 1 Years Ranked

    William Hallatt of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher's Hong Kong office brings banks and financial institutions a raft of experience in both contentious and advisory regulatory matters. He is adept at handling SFC and internal investigations, licensing applications and compliance advisory matters.

  3. Minny Siu
    King & Wood Mallesons | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 2
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Band 3

  1. 3
    Karen Man
    Baker McKenzie
    Baker McKenzie | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 3 | 1 Years Ranked
    Karen Man advises clients on a broad spectrum of regulatory issues, with noted expertise in SFC licence applications. She leads Baker McKenzie's non-contentious team in Hong Kong.
  2. 3
    Matthew O'Callaghan
    Freshfields
    Freshfields | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 3 | 1 Years Ranked

    Matthew O'Callaghan offers a wealth of experience in both contentious and advisory regulatory matters as the head of Freshfields' financial institutions team in Asia, handling matters ranging from the defence of IPO sponsors to bribery and anti-money laundering investigations on the contentious side, and regulatory transactional advice and compliance reviews on the advisory side.

  3. Simon Hawkins
    3
    Simon Hawkins
    Latham & Watkins
    Latham & Watkins | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 3 | 1 Years Ranked

    Simon Hawkins leads Latham & Watkins' Hong Kong non-contentious financial regulatory practice. He often advises banks and fintech clients on the regulatory aspects of the launch of new products and services, in addition to other general regulatory matters.

  4. 3
    Tim Mak
    Freshfields
    Freshfields | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked
    Tim Mak serves many financial institutions and listed companies from Freshfields' base in Hong Kong. He offers clients a wealth of experience in both contentious and advisory regulatory matters, handling matters ranging from the defence of IPO sponsors to internal and regulatory investigations on the contentious side, and regulatory transactional advice and compliance reviews on the advisory side.
  5. Jeremy Lam
    Deacons | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 3
  6. Urszula McCormack
    King & Wood Mallesons | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 3
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Band 4

  1. 4
    Jill Wong
    Reed Smith Richards Butler
    Reed Smith Richards Butler | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked

    Jill Wong regularly advises banks, cryptocurrency clients and e-commerce providers on regulatory issues, as well as advising on regulatory investigations and responding to inquiries from Hong Kong statutory bodies and regulators.

  2. Katherine Liu
    4
    Katherine Liu
    Stephenson Harwood
    Stephenson Harwood | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked

    Katherine Liu is a partner in Stephenson Harwood's financial services regulatory team in Hong Kong. She primarily advises on non-contentious matters, often relating to payment systems and mobile app regulations.

  3. 4
    Kenneth Hui
    Simmons & Simmons
    Simmons & Simmons | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked

    Kenneth Hui is the head of Hong Kong regulatory department at Simmons & Simmons. He offers advice on regulatory and compliance matters. His client base includes banks and digital asset service providers.

  4. 4
    Kishore Bhindi
    Linklaters
    Linklaters | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked

    Kishore Bhindi has experience advising on regulatory matters, including licensing requirements and product specifications in both the Hong Kong and UK markets. He assists with investigations and other enforcement actions as well as regulatory aspects of transactions and the implementation of regulatory changes.

  5. Michael Wong
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    Michael Wong
    Hogan Lovells International LLP
    Hogan Lovells International LLP | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked

    Michael Wong is especially skilful in assisting clients with obtaining regulatory approvals. He acts for private equity, private credit and hedge funds.

  6. 4
    Rocky Mui
    Clifford Chance
    Clifford Chance | Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked

    Rocky Mui possesses noteworthy expertise in undertaking regulatory compliance work. He serves a host of China and US-headquartered banks and asset management groups from Clifford Chance's base in Hong Kong.