Stephenson Harwood‘s ’stellar team’ is particularly active in the financial services sector, advising on the full spectrum of corporate crime matters. Justin McClelland leads the practice, specialising in international investigations involving cartel activity, market misconduct and diverse internal corporate matters. Sean Jeffrey‘s expertise lies in financial sanctions mandates, while Alan Ward- recognised as ’a sophisticated and knowledgeable practitioner’- handles cross-border investigations commenced by national and international enforcement agencies.  
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Very well-established advisers to corporates and senior individuals on contentious financial services matters, of which they command great authority.’

  • ‘Alan Ward is such a sophisticated and knowledgeable practitioner in this field.’

  • ‘A stellar team.’

  • ‘Alan Ward is wonderful, dedicated and extremely well prepared.’

  • ‘Justin McClelland is excellent. He is very knowledgeable, carefully considered and with good judgment. He is exceptionally good at handling corporate clients. He is also easy to work with and brings clarity to difficult and complex cases. A superb practitioner and well supported by his associates.’

  • 'SH are rightly held in very high regard in this area of work.'

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

Justin McClelland

Other key lawyers

David Capps; Alan Ward; Sean Jeffrey