Gadens
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Gadens' fintech and financial services regulatory team advises financial institutions, financial service licensees, activist shareholders and corporate officers on complex commercial, compliance and regulatory matters. Its service offering also extends to payments, digital assets, emerging technologies and data privacy. The group is led by three practitioners: Kate Mills, who specialises in compliance and regulation of financial and debt markets, financial products and services; Caroline Ord, who focuses on funds management matters; and Sinead Lynch, who advises on technology and data regulation and digital assets. Daniel Maroske handles contentious regulatory disputes and investigations.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'Sinead Lynch brings a strong analytical focus and exceptional attention to detail. She is highly responsive, well-organised, and ensures that projects progress smoothly under tight timeframes. Sinead’s ability to manage complex stakeholder input while keeping advice clear and consistent has been particularly valued.'
- 'Caroline Ord stands out for her deep subject-matter expertise in fintech and financial services regulation, combined with a highly practical and solutions-driven approach. Caroline’s calm, considered style and ability to anticipate issues before they arise have been invaluable in navigating fast-moving regulatory matters.'
Key clients
- Fintech Australia
- Ryan Brown/ NGS Digital Pty Ltd
Work highlights
Advised FinTech Australia and its fintech members on engagement with Treasury on a range of relevant policy reform consultations, including the First round consultation on Exposure Draft AML/CTF Rules and Consultation Paper CP 381 Updates to INFO 225: Digital Assets: Financial products and services.

