Class Actions
England & Wales
19 August 2025
The fintech regulatory practice at Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP advises a wide range of fintech clients, including banks, financial institutions, payment service providers, and technology companies. The group supports clients through investment rounds, product launches, cross-border regulatory compliance, and disputes, including regulatory investigations and enforcement by the FCA. The team is active in digital asset litigation, advising on disputes involving crypto assets and NFTs, and frequently acts for both individual and corporate clients. Teja Picton-Howell leads the financial services regulatory practice and has over 35 years’ experience advising on UK, EU, and global financial regulation. Charlotte Hill, head of the digital assets team, specialises in crypto-asset disputes and regularly advises on high-value cross-border litigation in financial services and civil fraud. Joanne Vengadesan specialises in data protection and digital business, regularly advising on blockchain platforms and cybersecurity.
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Testimonials
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‘Understanding of developments in the crypto assets space.’
‘Charlotte Hill is a force of nature. She is a determined litigator.’
‘The Penningtons team were early leaders in the emerging digital fintech sector and have maintained that lead.’
‘Charlotte Hill is the leading light in the team and a fabulous role model to associates. Charlotte's highly respected profile in fintech is well-deserved. She is a superb litigator and a natural leader.’
‘Great value for money. Very good at applying the advice to your specific business.’
‘Very knowledgeable, approachable and dynamic. They get it and quickly. Very personable too.’
Practice head
Teja Picton-Howell, Charlotte Hill, Joanne Vengadesan