
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘HSF has a stellar FS disputes team, and we couldn't be happier with them as a firm. They have incredible market knowledge and comprehensive expertise and are our absolute go-to for high-stakes FS disputes and regulatory investigations. Their advice is always spot-on and incredibly insightful. The team is not only highly professional and dependable, but also a true delight to work with. Their knowledge bulletins, updates, and podcasts are consistently timely and enlightening.’
‘Jon Ford possesses extensive knowledge of regulatory expectations for FS firms, delivering commercial and pragmatic legal advice that is both detailed and easy to understand.'
- 'Nic Patmore exemplifies the ideal senior associate: sharp, proficient, and diligent. He efficiently handles urgent instructions, promptly providing exactly what is needed.’
‘Extensive experience, market knowledge and practical nous.’
‘Hywel Jenkins has deep experience, a practical orientation and a measured approach that is valued by clients.’
'A highly respected and experienced team with expertise in regulatory investigations and skilled person reviews and financial crime, strength in depth at all levels, and a strong culture of service delivery excellence together with sophisticated commercial cost management.'
Key clients
- Ardonagh Group Limited
- Baillie Gifford
- Binance
- Clearbank Limited
- Goldman Sachs International
- National Australia Bank (NAB)
- N Brown Group / J.D. Williams & Company Limited
- Pool Re
- PricewaterhouseCoopers
- Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc
- Standard Chartered Bank
- Tandem Money Limited
Work highlights
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Jack Moore
Practice head
Hywel Jenkins; Jenny Stainsby
Other key lawyers
Chris Ninan; Jon Ford; Susannah Cogman; Karen Anderson; Tim Parkes; Andrew Proctor; Nic Patmore; Jack Moore