Minter Ellison is adept at advising financial services institutions and an expanding client base of fintech companies in the payments and cryptocurrency segments on significant reforms and regulatory developments. It is also a trusted adviser on all aspects of internal governance and organisation, transactional matters, and contentious issues, including enforcement actions. Michael Lawson leads the financial services and funds business unit, advising fund managers, alternative investment managers, and financial institutions on fund formation and management, M&A, and financial services regulatory matters. Martin Wright is recognised for his expertise in the regulation and distribution of insurance, wealth management and financial planning services and products, while James Beaton focuses on commercial disputes and contentious compliance and regulatory issues.
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Testimonials

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  • 'MinterEllison brings deep knowledge of AML/CTF legislation and regulatory expectations. It works closely with internal stakeholders and is generous with its time.'
  • 'I find the team I deal with at Minter Ellison very strong in financial services laws, AML/CTF laws and privacy laws.'

Key clients

  • National Australia Bank Limited
  • Insurance Australia Group
Practice head

Michael Lawson; Martin Wright

Other key lawyers

James Beaton; Richard Batten; Nicole Brown; Prayas Pradhan