The ‘highly responsive’ team at Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP handles a broad range of mandates concerning UCITS, AIFMD, MiFID and SFDR, in addition to advising on the application of the FCA’s Consumer Duty. Michaela Walker leads the practice and counts asset managers, securities services providers and banks among her key roster of clients, while ’excellent partner’ Phil Spyropoulos advises on regulatory projects involving the implementation of the EU’s SFDR, CSRD and early adopters of SDR. Based in Edinburgh, Sarah Burnside focuses on ESG, AIFMD and MiFID II, and Tim Fosh joined the team from Slaughter and May in March 2024, boosting the firm’s expertise in fintech, and the regulation of crypto and digital assets.
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‘Highly responsive, sound legal advice: this practice takes the time to get to know our business and assess regulatory impact accordingly, offering tailored solutions to regulatory changes.’
‘We value the firm's personal approach: making partners and associates available to come to our offices to discuss regulatory changes and educate our staff in person. Julian Brown, Phil Spyropoulos and Hannah Jones have formed a strong professional relationship with us.’
‘Great professional team who know their area extremely well, are friendly and approachable with great insights into the broader market.’
‘Phil Spyropoulos is an excellent partner who is knowledgeable of UK retail funds and SDR. He has a great understanding of his area of expertise and what makes him unique is his ability to decipher complex areas of laws into very simply explanations. He is upbeat, friendly and approachable.’
‘The team at Eversheds provides the asset management industry with excellent insights into the implication and application of sustainable finance legislation. They have an in-depth knowledge of the policies which lends itself to the team developing excellent industry guidance on sustainability related matters.’
‘Michaela Walker and Phil Spyropoulos are always willing to engage in discussion, making time available in what we know is a constantly busy period. Their expertise, knowledge and professionalism stand out.’
Lawyers
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Tim Fosh
Practice head
Michaela Walker
Other key lawyers
Phil Spyropoulos; Sarah Burnside; Tim Fosh; Julian Brown; Hannah Jones