With an active cross-border disputes practice, Macfarlanes LLP regularly handles global investigations and prosecutions for a diverse clientele across investment funds, corporate, tax, competition, employment, fraud, privacy, data protection, and white-collar crime. Practice head Matt McCahearty maintains a strong track record in high-profile investigations, including LIBOR and anti-money laundering, and brings particular expertise in transatlantic matters and FCA-appointed skilled person reviews. Barry Donnelly is experienced in international financial services disputes and investigations, with noted expertise in transatlantic regulatory enforcement, having advised on high-profile LIBOR matters and acted as an FCA-approved skilled person. Laura Bridgewater is a litigation specialist who excels in sensitive investigations involving market abuse and rogue trading.
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‘The team has a strong reputation in the City. Very organised, professional and well respected by clients.’
‘Laura Bridgewater is a very strong junior partner, who exhibits energy and good judgement. She is very good at managing cases.'
Key clients
- Macquarie Bank Limited
- The British Bankers’ Association
Work highlights
Represented Macquarie Bank Limited (London Branch) in an FCA investigation into an unauthorised trading incident, resulting in a resolution with the FCA.
Lawyers
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.
Laura Bridgewater
Practice head
Matt McCahearty
Other key lawyers
Barry Donnelly; Laura Bridgewater; Lois Horne; Simon Day; Chris Charlton