Sidley Austin LLP exhibits proficiency in financial services regulatory work across asset management, hedge funds, securitisation, private credit, ESG and regulatory capital matters. Department leader Leonard Ng advises on complex UK and EU financial services regulations, including pivotal post-Brexit changes, sustainable finance, and cryptoasset mandates. Rachpal K. Thind and Tom Hunter guide their clients on authorisation requirements, licensing and business conduct, while Arjun Lakhani concentrates on payments, e-money and fintech matters. Qalid Mohamed and Arash Dashtgard both have significant experience in prudential regulation, governance, M&A and corporate reorganisations. Max Savoie departed the firm in April 2025.
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Key clients
- Farallon Capital
- Wolverine Trading
- Apollo Global Management
- Citadel Group
- Deutsche Bank (New York)
- Optiver
- Susquehanna International Group
- CVC Credit Investment Management
- Vinci Compass
- Managed Funds Association
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Practice head
Leonard Ng
Other key lawyers
Rachpal K. Thind; Tom Hunter; Arjun Lakhani; Qalid Mohamed; Arash Dashtgard