A&O Shearman has strong credentials in financial crime, with particular expertise in acting for individuals involved in high-profile and cross-border criminal investigations. The team is well placed to advise on the full spectrum of financial crime issues, regularly acting in matters involving the SFO, FCA and other key enforcement bodies. Its client base includes senior in-house legal professionals, MLROs, NEDs and executives, reflecting the firm’s deep understanding of regulatory and reputational concerns. The practice is jointly led by Mahmood Lone, head of litigation and investigations, and Eve Giles, UK head of investigations and white collar, who continues to act for individuals in prominent and sensitive matters.
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‘Eve Giles is truly a force to be reckoned with.’
‘A superb team with strengths at all levels.'
- 'A collaborative working attitude and great commitment.'
‘Eve Giles is outstanding. She is a complete professional and yet extremely easy-going and good to deal with. She inspires confidence and is very practical.'
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Leading partners
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Practice head
Mahmood Lone; Eve Giles
Other key lawyers
Alistair Madeley; Adam Youngman