A&O Shearman
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A leading firm in strategic employment litigation, A&O Shearman has a longstanding reputation for representing employers in cases involving culture and conduct issues. The firm is also sought out by clients in the banking and financial services sector for its regulatory expertise and advice on transactions and remuneration matters. At the helm of the practice, Sarah Henchoz stands out for her work in business protection and workplace conduct issues. She has a proven track record in whistleblowing and discrimination claims, and conducting sensitive internal investigations. Promoted to partner in May 2024, Kate Pumfrey handles the full range of transactional, advisory, and contentious employment matters. She is a key contact for remuneration and corporate governance advice.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Robbie Sinclair offers smart, commercial, strategic advice. Robbie has developed a team of exceptional lawyers. Sarah Henchoz is a thought leader in her field, an impressive role model and a driver of change. Sarah Hitchins has a unique ability to make FS Governance infinitely more interesting than it is.’
- ‘Robbie Sinclair - fantastic. Totally committed. Extremely hard working. Really good on the law, strategy and commercials - the complete package. And great to work with. Sarah Henchoz - also fantastic and totally committed. Wears a fierce intellect lightly. Unflappable. Again, the complete package with high-level skills across the board- law, strategy, commercial drivers and levers. And also great to work with.
Key clients
- Exscientia PLC
- HSBC
Work highlights
Advising HSBC on high-profile, business critical, strategic and complicated matters. This includes their particularly litigious matters, those with a regulatory overlay and those with a global dimension.