The ‘exceptionally responsive and collaborative’ practice at Mayer Brown International LLP works with a diverse global client base, from buy-side clients in asset management and insurance to sell-side in banking, covering regulatory, policy and enforcement matters. The team is headed by Chris Chapman, an expert in regulatory matters under UK and EU law, including regulatory compliance, authorisations, and domestic and cross-border transactions; Chapman also guides senior managers through complex regulatory frameworks and investigations. Musonda Kapotwe, head of the EU ESG regulatory practice, advises a domestic and international client base on banking, capital markets, M&A, prudential regulation, and ESG financial product rules.
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‘The Mayer Brown team is exceptionally responsive and collaborative. There is great depth of knowledge and a creativity in applying that knowledge to achieving the best result for clients. As well as the excellent legal advice, they are extremely easy to deal with on the administrative aspects such as billing.’
‘Chris Chapman and Musonda Kapotwe stood out as having exceptional knowledge in their field and a focus on obtaining the best result for clients. They were both exceptionally responsive and helpful.’
‘Chris Chapman's team really listened to what we needed and developed a strategy and approach that worked for us as a client. We sought quotes from other law firms, and it was clear they would do what they thought best, rather than listen to their client.’
‘Chris Chapman provides insightful and pragmatic advice, quickly getting to the core issue and delivering what's required. The depth of his knowledge and expertise in this area is clear, and he applies a commercial approach to create user-friendly advice.’
‘The team is very well-organised, responsive and sensitive to the needs of the client. When we work with the team as a single practitioner or a team within our firm, we always feel confident that we will receive the top-quality work.’
‘The partners within the finance team are all highly regarded lawyers where they have the relevant experience and expertise.’
Key clients
- Secor Asset Management LP
- CBPE Capital LP
- Nippon Life
- Secor Asset Management LP
Work highlights
Advised Secor Asset Management LP on its sale to Mercer, a division of Marsh & Mclennan.
Advised Nippon Life on its US$10.6 billion acquisition of Resolution Life.
Advised UK private equity firm CBPE on its investment in Clifton Asset Management, a leading wealth management and pensions administration firm.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Chris Chapman
Other key lawyers
Musonda Kapotwe