Dentons stands out for its expertise in financial services regulation and fintech, advising established institutions and emerging providers on compliance, licensing and product governance matters. Co-head Elise Ivory advises major banks, private lenders and mortgage brokers on consumer and commercial credit regulation, compliance, distribution and licensing. Fellow co-Michelle Segaert supports financial services players on regulatory requirements, product compliance, reform and remediation programmes and AML/CTF and ESG issues. Yechiel Belfer is another key member of the team who advises domestic and international financial institutions and fintechs on a wide range of regulatory mandates, including licensing, compliance, AML, privacy and distribution arrangements for financial products and consumer credit. Rachel Walker departed in January 2025.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: NPS ®
Testimonials
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- ‘Elise Ivory is an outstanding person. Her commitment to education and innovation in our industry sets her apart from other lawyers. Elise has built her team to be leaders with their advice and leadership. ’
- ‘Dentons are the best in financial services, from new innovations to understanding the industry nuances. We have great confidence in the team led by Elise Ivory, whose willingness to support and work with our partners is most important.'
Key clients
- National Australia Bank Westpac / St George Bank of Queensland Qudos Bank Heritage Bank Bluestone Mortgages La Trobe Financial Angle Auto Finance Athena Home Loans Bridgit Pepper Group MoneyMe Financial Group Humm Group OwnHome BC Invest Gateway Bank Wisr Mitchcap Auswide Bank Balmain NB BC Securities Cash Converters Constantinople Dutton Financial Services Liberty Financial Gateway Bank IMB Bank Community First Credit Union UpCover Private Portfolio Manager CarCoop Litica Australia Archerfield Property
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Michelle Segaert
Practice head
Elise Ivory; Michelle Segaert
Other key lawyers
Yechiel Belfer