Noted for FCA intervention work, Fieldfisher has an established regulatory team with expertise in market abuse, market manipulation, and litigation. Building on a client base of retail asset managers and city broker dealers, the ‘steady and reliable’ team now also advises price comparison websites, peer-to-peer lenders, among other clients. A key contact for a host of financial institutions, including retail banks and asset managers, Simon Lafferty heads the practice. Duncan Black specialises in contentious regulatory, financial regulatory, and banking litigation matters, offering standout experience in his current roles in the Upper Tribunal and Tax and Chancery Chamber. Sam Clyndes offers enhanced FCA experience and technical knowledge.
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‘What makes this team stand out is the level of calm and clear advice they offer in situations that can be genuinely stressful. They are not just technically sound, although they certainly are, but they also bring a sense of strategic judgement that clients value.'
'Sam Clyndes and Duncan Black, in particular, excel at reading the room, whether that involves the regulator or internal considerations, and they tailor their advice accordingly. You don't feel like you're getting the same recycled answer each time. It is thoughtful, measured and, most importantly, practical.’
Practice head
Simon Lafferty
Other key lawyers
Duncan Black; Sam Clyndes