Bird & Bird covers the full gamut of fintech issues, advising on transactional and advisory work, while also handling contentious matters. As a core focus, the practice acts for a host of well-established international payment solutions clients. The team is led by Scott McInnes, an experienced financial regulatory practitioner who is also well-versed in competition law issues. On the transactional side, the team draws on the experience of Paul Hermant, who has a strong track-record in acquisition finance and project finance matters. A further key contact is Julien Sad, who supports the team.
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- ‘The service is excellent. Always hands-on and practical advice. Quick turnaround time. Can support on complex matters. Nice teamwork.’
- ‘Scott McInnes is an absolute expert in EU payments regulation. Very seasoned lawyer who knows the market inside-out.'
- 'Scott McInnes comes with practical solutions for complex problems and always reacts quickly. It is a pleasure to work with him.'
- ‘Very knowledgeable on the matter, both in terms of competition law and in retail payments services.’
- ‘What I most valued with both Scott McInnes and Julien Sad was how fast they understood our topic and how they interpreted it in light of current case law and EU financial services legislation.'
- 'Both Scott McInnes and Julien Sad were very professional and quick to react.’
Key clients
- bunq
- Aion Bank
- SIBS Group
- Satispay
- Isabel Group
- Bonsai
- Shopware AG
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Scott McInnes
Other key lawyers
Paul Hermant; Julien Sad