Walkers

Regulatory and Risk Advisory

Leonie Tear is a partner based in Walkers' Bermuda office and leads the Bermuda Regulatory & Risk Advisory Group.

Leonie is an international regulatory specialist with extensive experience in advising on AML and sanctions matters, licensing applications, complex regulatory investigations, regulatory due diligence and building compliance frameworks. Leonie's expertise spans both contentious and non-contentious regulatory matters.

Leonie assists clients in obtaining licenses from the Bermuda Monetary Authority across all sectors, including Bermuda's digital assets, banking, investment business and insurance sectors.

Leonie frequently provides ongoing support for regulated clients undergoing in-depth supervisory reviews and on-site inspections. She advises on complex AML/ATF and sanctions matters and designs risk controls. Leonie also specialises in data privacy compliance and in supporting clients in responding to cyber incidents, including ransom demands and regulatory notifications.