Counting asset management firms, investment advisory firms, and fintech firms among its diverse roster of clients, Squire Patton Boggs handles a range of mandates, from advice concerning FCA regulatory investigations, skilled person reviews, and investment mis-selling disputes, to High Court litigation and claims to the FOS. Hannah Laming, regarded by clients as ‘impressive, approachable and a great lawyer’, draws on her experience in the FCA’s Wholesale Enforcement Division to act in cases involving market abuse, insider dealing, money laundering, and systems and controls breaches, regularly conducting internal investigations and defending clients facing enforcement and criminal scrutiny. Chris Webber is a key contact for skilled person reviews and FCA enforcement investigations, with recent work involving sanctions compliance, post-acquisition regulatory issues, systems and controls failures, and large-scale customer remediation. The firm has been bolstered by the addition of several partners, including Ellie Pinnels from Fieldfisher and Victoria Callicott from Eversheds Sutherland.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘SPB stands out for its unwavering dedication to client service. SPB consistently goes above and beyond, and combines deep legal expertise with a proactive, hands-on approach. I found that what sets SPB apart is the personalized attention clients receive, clear communication, and a tireless commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes. Always going the extra mile!’
‘Chris Webber is absolutely excellent, very responsive, and committed to his clients. Goes above and beyond to achieve the best possible outcome, and thinks creatively and strategically.'
- 'Katherine Wakeham is exceptionally hardworking and committed to her clients. Excellent strategist and always on top of the details of her matters. Also, very pleasant to work with.'
- 'Abigail Kennedy is brilliant, lovely to work with, very responsive, and very committed to the case.’
‘Christopher Webber and Kate Wakeham are market leaders in financial services litigation. They are always focused on results and client objectives. They provide outstanding client service and always deliver.’
‘Hannah Laming is an excellent lawyer and financial services expert. She is very impressive, approachable, and a great lawyer.’
Key clients
- Brooks Macdonald plc
- Independent Wealth Planners UK Ltd
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Chris Webber; Hannah Laming
Other key lawyers
Ellie Pinnels; Victoria Callicott; Katherine Wakeham