
Niall Esler leads the fintech practice at Walkers, which sits within the firm's wider regulatory department. The group counts crypto-asset service providers, payment providers, crowdfunding platforms and exchanges on its client roster.
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- ‘I have worked with the team for almost 10 years now. They have never let me down. The team is top notch, always responsive, clear in their advice and ensures that the budget is adhered to.’
- ‘The people make Walkers what they are! Very approachable and have the personal touch when it comes to relationships.’
- ‘The Walkers team works with us on solving complicated technical issues around our regulatory filings and how we operate our business.’
- ‘Niall Esler was able to understand the very core of our technical offering and explain how it fits in the regulatory landscape. He is a problem solver and picks up technical concepts very quickly.’
- ‘I have worked with Shane Martin and Niall Esler for many years and they always provide an excellent level of service and legal expertise. They are both very knowledgeable and very easy to world with.’
- ‘Very practical, hands-on approach, easy to work with on operational type matters.’
- ‘We deal with Niall Esler. We find Niall very responsive and helpful. He will always give good advice, including on the operational aspects of regulatory compliance.’
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head
Niall Esler
Other key lawyers
Shane Martin
