Maples Group’s market leading regulatory and financial services team covers prudential and conduct obligations of regulated entities and financial institutions, including banks, investment funds, managers, advisers, and trust companies. Practice head Christopher Capewell advises asset managers, funds, banks, and family offices, while Patrick Head has particular expertise in FACTA, CRS, and operational requirements for funds and HNWIs. Adam Huckle focuses on enforcement, sanctions, and contentious regulatory issues, while Anthony Mourginos advises on licensing, AEOI, AML/CTF, and data protection.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Great strength in depth and dedication to client interests. No effort spared.’
‘Adam Huckle is the complete package. He is super smart, extremely responsive, great on paper, and a delight to work with.’
‘Maples Group has a broad and diverse client base, which gives them a view across a wide breadth of industry for an understanding of what is happening with regulatory inquiries and inspections. Coupled with their close connection with the government and CIMA and their participation in relevant working groups, this makes any input they have incredibly valuable and tangible.'
‘Patrick Head has been an incredible resource to have working with clients and in general. In addition to being well spoken and clear when updating on regulatory issues, he is always able to understand the commercial implications around implementing changes and the priorities of directors with respect to their oversight of compliance issues. He is extremely approachable and a resource I value greatly.’
‘They are easy to deal with, smart, responsive, and across all regulatory changes. Work well with other advisers and ensure diverse teams on matters.’
‘Christopher Capewell is my go-to. He has an amazing wealth of knowledge and experience, and is an all-around great guy.’
Work highlights
Assisting several clients on the establishment and regulatory licensing of a regulated virtual asset service provider in the Cayman Islands.
Advising clients on Automatic Exchange of Information (AEOI) and ad hoc exchange of information obligations and enforcement/appeal matters.
Advise a number of clients on the Data Protection Act (DPA) across multiple jurisdictions.
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Practice head
Christopher Capewell
Other key lawyers
Patrick Head; Adam Huckle; Anthony Mourginos