Fielding a team of ‘very experienced and talented lawyers’, Bivonas Law LLP is well versed in handling regulatory investigations and has a strong track record in engaging with a range of government agencies. The team is led by a trio of partners: Anthony Brown, who regularly acts on cross-border mandates and is noted for advising governments and banks; Steve Sharp, who has handled investigations involving the SFO, FCA and NCA; and Cindy Dorrington, who specialises in financial services regulation and enforcement.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Steve Sharp is a superb lawyer with over 30 years' experience in this area. He has a keen eye for detail, a great tactician. Here is good at getting to the crux of a case quickly. He gives clear and robust advice. He is good at dealing with complex and difficult cases.'
- ‘Bivonas is a niche practice specialising in white collar crime that has a team of very experienced and talented lawyers. It also acts in regulatory investigations and corporate crime and brings a wealth of experience to this area.’
- ‘Hardworking, enterprising and client-centric.’
- ‘I work closely with Antony Brown, whom I respect and trust in all circumstances.’
- ‘Boutique firm able to provide close and personal service.’
- ‘Antony Brown has worked in the insurance industry and has a great understanding of corporate practices.’
Work highlights
Advising a UK-based asset management company on its exposure to third party liability after the SFO requested information about its clients linked to an investigation into alleged money laundering and fraud offences concerning the award of major oil contracts in the Middle East.
Acting for the UK arm of a ship husbanding company involved in a major US Navy contracting scandal concerning allegations of bribery and overcharging.
Practice head
Antony Brown; Steve Sharp; Cindy Dorrington