Dentons

Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Chris is a partner in Dentons’ Dubai office. He is a member of the Disputes division. Chris has more than 20 years’ experience in helping clients to solve regulatory problems and manage difficult interactions with regulators and law enforcement.

His practice is focused on financial markets where he acts for both institutions and individuals. He is experienced in all aspects of regulatory enforcement and interventions in both retail and wholesale markets. Chris also regularly advises listed entities on issues related to inside information and market disclosures.

Chris advises clients on the management of both internal and external investigations of alleged misconduct. He also advises on customer and counterparty disputes where there is a regulatory angle to the dispute. Chris also uses his experience as a former criminal barrister to assist clients facing criminal investigation or prosecution.

Partner, Dentons (2022 to date)

Partner, White & Case (2018 – 2021)

Partner, Addleshaw Goddard (2012 – 2018)

Head of Regulatory, Lloyds Banking Group (2011 – 2012)

Partner, Barlow Lyde & Gilbert (2007 – 2011)

Senior Lawyer, Financial Services Authority, Enforcement (1998 – 2001)

Called to the Bar, England and Wales, 1996

Solicitor, Senior Courts of England and Wales, 2010

English