Praised for its ‘in-depth and highly responsive service’, specialist financial services firm McDonnell Ellis LLP acts for a range of clients, from banks and asset managers to fintechs, payment service and crypto firms. ’Playing a pivotal role in advancing the firm’s mission and reputation’, Brian McDonnell leads the team and handles a broad range of mandates, from regulatory perimeter issues and funds structuring to payment services regulation and cryptoassets, among others. ‘Experienced’ David Ellis advises on matters concerning regulatory capital, client money and derivatives.
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‘Quick responses, technically competent and very approachable.’
‘Brian McDonnell and David Ellis provide an amazing service with a unique focus on financial services and regulated activity. Due to their chosen specialty, McDonnell Ellis can provide a more in-depth and highly responsive service.’
‘Both Brian McDonnell and David Ellis are exceptionally responsive and engaged. We have had the pleasure of working with McDonnell Ellis on several occasions; the experience has always been elegant and timely, allowing the underlying client to get back to the business of running their firm.’
‘Brian McDonnell is professional, knowledgeable, ethical and flexible. Brian puts your commercial, professional and personal interest at the heart of his advice and I can't recommend him enough.’
‘They are an excellent financial regulatory law firm. They respond quickly, give high quality, commercial and client-focused advice.’
‘Brian McDonnell is very responsive and always gives clear, user-friendly and commercial advice.’
‘David Ellis is experienced and has good technical skills.’
‘Brian McDonnell demonstrated exceptional legal and business acumen. He attains the highest level of recognition and this is important for his clients, with whom he works closely to understand their needs, provide tailored legal solutions, and ensure the highest level of service delivery. Overall, Brian embodies excellence in legal practice, playing a pivotal role in advancing the firm's mission and reputation within the legal community.’
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