Ashurst LLP stands out for its leading expertise and pioneering work in the crypto-assets and digital finance field, where the firm assists some of the world’s most prestigious platforms and players. The practice is also retained by many leading French and international banks and financial institutions to advise on a wide range of matters, including AML and ABC compliance, the launch of new structured products, and reorganisation projects. Hubert Blanc-Jouvan leads the practice and is ably supported by Maxime Gandibleux and Francesco Assi.
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- ‘This is one of the very best teams on the market. The precision of their advice and their market knowledge are fantastic. Their prices are always relatively well-considered. They are also very client-friendly.’
- ‘Hubert Blanc-Jouvan remains one of the best regulatory lawyers in France. He combines technical expertise with speed of execution. He also has a good understanding of the business side.'
- ‘Excellent team with a good mix of experience and technical expertise between Hubert Blanc-Jouvan, Maxime Gandibleux, and Francesco Assi. High-quality service, delivered very quickly.’
- ‘Hubert Blanc-Jouvan is a reliable and experienced partner with strong integrity, someone you can trust.'
- ‘This team has a thorough understanding of their client's business and operations. They provide practical and tailored advice.’
- ‘Hubert Blanc-Jouvan and Maxime Gandibleu have excellent knowledge of French and European banking and financial regulations. They provide highly practical expert advice, taking into account both commercial and political aspects. They are available, attentive, and extremely responsive. They have always been there for us, even in the event of last-minute requests.’
Key clients
- Commonwealth Bank of Australia
- Bank of America
- Barclays
- Binance
- BNP Paribas
- Citigroup
- Euroclear
- Goldman Sachs
- J.P. Morgan
- LCH SA
- Lloyds Banking Group
- National Australia Bank
Work highlights
Advised Binance on various regulatory questions in relation to the entry into application of the new Market in Crypto-Assets Regulation.
Advised a European CCP on the upgrade of its clearing model, the admission of new clearing members, the enforceability of its clearing rules, and the expansion of its clearing activities to cover new products.
Advised an international corporate group on the reorganisation of its activities in Europe, including the reorganisation of its regulated financial subsidiaries and the expansion of its financing activities in the EEA.
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Practice head
Hubert Blanc-Jouvan
Other key lawyers
Maxime Gandibleux; Francesco Assi