Baker McKenzie

Baker McKenzie LLP advises a wide range of fintech clients across the financial and technology sectors, with particular strength in financial services regulation and emerging technologies. The team supports a diverse client base, including financial institutions and global tech companies, throughout the business lifecycle, from market entry and authorisations to regulatory risk and cross-border expansion. The group often handles major cross-border fintech initiatives and is particularly active in blockchain and DLT projects, supporting structures that replace traditional financial methods with distributed models across banking, insurance, and wealth management. Mark Simpson advises leading fintech and financial institutions on UK and global regulatory issues, including business launches, compliance, and investigations. Sue McLean leads on blockchain and emerging tech matters, with experience in strategic tech transactions and regulatory compliance around AI, cloud, and digital assets.