The ‘responsive and experienced’ team at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is a pipeline for asset managers, insurance firms, payment service providers, banks, and currency exchange platforms, in particular those under investigation by regulators, including the FCA and PRA. The team is headed in London by Polly James, a key port of call for financial institutions, who brings significant expertise in FCA/PRA interactions, governance frameworks, and SMCR implementation. David Rundle advises clients on financial crime compliance and governance matters, drawing on his dual regulatory and criminal expertise to support firms, particularly in the financial services sector, with preventative strategies and SMCR-related responsibilities. Marc Thorley is noted for his capabilities in supporting clients with risk management and navigating evolving financial regulatory expectations. Oran Gelb handles internal governance and regulatory risk in wholesale financial markets. Joseph Ninan is another key contact.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Great practice group within a firm with strong credentials in various aspects of the insurance industry.’
‘Gerry Quirk is a leading advisor in the legacy insurance space. Easy to work with and commercial, she goes well beyond merely meeting her client's needs, but positively adds value and doesn't overcomplicate.’
‘This team liaises well with the corporate team on M&A transactions and is responsive and experienced in standalone regulatory matters.’
‘Matt Baker is very approachable and has a sensible commercial approach.’'The Financial Services/ Regulatory Team in BCLP is excellent. The knowledge and breadth of experience of the firm's partners are second to none. They respond to issues promptly, and you are never left anxiously waiting for urgent feedback. The advice is always current, in depth, and exceptionally well constructed, presenting information that is easy to follow and implement.''The Financial Services/Regulatory Team in BCLP is excellent. The knowledge and breadth of experience of the firm's partners are second to none. They respond to issues promptly, and you are never left anxiously waiting for urgent feedback. The advice is always current, in depth, and exceptionally well constructed, presenting information that is easy to follow and implement. The billing is transparent and clear with full information supplied against time taken to complete each task and the hourly rate for each.'
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Polly James
Other key lawyers
David Rundle; Marc Thorley; Oran Gelb; Matt Baker; Gerry Quirk; Joseph Ninan