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England - London • Corporate and commercial
5

Financial services: contentious

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Gowling WLG

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A ‘responsive, professional, and committed’ team, Gowling WLG represents financial institutions in the full gamut of regulatory matters. The team has extensive experience in FCA and PRA authorisation, supervision, and enforcement, boasting niche expertise in the regulatory aspects of fintech, including blockchain developments and cryptocurrency. Praised as a ’stand-out partner’, James Sidwell brings specialist experience in financial services litigation, fraud, regulatory enforcement, and asset tracing. Adept in multijurisdictional mandates, Catherine Naylor's specialisms include fraud, regulatory breaches, and cryptocurrency disputes.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team at Gowling is highly impressive, with particular recognition due to James Sidwell, a standout partner in the team. James brings sharp strategic insight and deep experience to complex financial regulatory matters. His calm, focused approach and clear advice are invaluable in high-pressure situations. The team as a whole is responsive, professional, and committed to achieving the best outcomes for their clients. Matters are well-resourced, and the team effectively managed to ensure cases are handled with the utmost professionalism and efficiency. I would highly recommend the team at Gowling for expert representation in the field of financial services.’

  • ‘James Sidwell is a stand-out partner in financial services. I’ve worked with James on a highly complex financial services matter and have been impressed by his sharp insight, calm under pressure, and clear, strategic thinking. He understands the industry inside out and consistently delivers results. A trusted advisor and a true professional - I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him.'

Work highlights

Advised certain individuals at Grant Thornton LLP, the newly-appointed liquidators of Stanford Bank, on all matters concerning Stanford Bank's UK assets (approximate value: USD 110 m), including seeking the release of a restraint order obtained in 2009 by the Serious Fraud Office on behalf of the US Department of Justice.

Practice head

James Sidwell

Other key lawyers

Catherine Naylor