Jointly led by contentious financial services expert Calum Burnett and seasoned litigator Arnondo Chakrabarti, A&O Shearman’s regulatory investigations and corporate crime offering spans the full range of relevant advice for corporate clients in the financial services, pharma, tech, and mining sectors. Leveraging its global network of offices, the group is particularly well-placed to advise on multijurisdictional investigations and criminal proceedings. The highly regarded Eve Giles is a core member of the team, and has a broad practice with an emphasis on corporate cases concerning cartels, corruption, money laundering, and insider dealing issues. Another key individual is Jonathan Hitchin, noted for his cartel investigations expertise.
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‘A brilliant team of talented individuals with all round excellence. They are far sighted and practical.'
- 'They are leaders in this field.’
‘Eve Giles is one of the best lawyers in this area. She is also wonderful to work with. So too is Helen Biggin. They are shrewd and work brilliantly as a team.’
‘Very strong in the white-collar and regulatory sector for FS and public companies.’
‘Eve Giles is the real deal.’
'Class act dealing with a vast array of complex litigation.'
'Eve Giles is fabulous - as smooth as silk and as hard as steel - anyone who underestimates her will definitely live to regret the day.'
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Hall of fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Eve Giles
Jonathan Hitchin
Practice head
Calum Burnett; Arnondo Chakrabarti
Other key lawyers
Eve Giles; Jonathan Hitchin; Helen Biggin