‘A significant market player in this space’, Kingsley Napley LLP demonstrates ’real expertise and dedication’ at the intersection of regulatory and criminal matters, representing senior managers under SM&CR and in non-financial misconduct work. Practice head, Jill Lorimer, leverages extensive experience in representing individuals facing criminal investigation, prosecution for insider dealing or market abuse, alongside her in-house roles at the FCA, to support a diverse client roster. An expert in FCA investigations, financial crime, and fraud is Louise Hodges, who is a key contact for insider dealing, market manipulation, market abuse, and breach of principle cases. Nicola Finnerty excels in proceedings by the FCA, CMA, SFO, and NCA, with recent cases consisting of competition investigations and Account Freezing Orders.
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‘‘KN remain at the top of the game - they bring real expertise and dedication to bear.’
‘Kingsley Napley provides the benefit of extensive experience in financial regulation, without charging Magic Circle rates. The team is innovative in its approach to problem-solving.’
‘James Alleyne has recently been made a partner. He is intellectually able and has commercial acumen, backed up by extensive experience working at the FCA. He has a formidable grasp of strategy and is able to forge personal bonds with relevant individuals in order to progress negotiations.'
‘Jill Lorimer is my go-to peer when it comes to referral of work and introductions to contacts. She is highly experienced and exceptionally good with clients, approaching matters with pragmatism and commerciality. We have worked on several matters together, and it is always a pleasure working with Jill.'
‘KN's corporate and commercial financial services disputes team are real stars who put some of the magic circle and US firms in the shade. They are hungry and hardworking and are prepared to really fight for clients if that is what is required.'
‘Jill Lorimer is a master in this field. Her knowledge and experience put her at the top of her field. She handles the most difficult of clients and situations with a steady hand, and can be relied upon completely.’
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Practice head
Jill Lorimer; Louise Hodges
Other key lawyers
Nicola Finnerty; James Alleyne