Fintech and financial services regulatory
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.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Allens
Herbert Smith Freehills
Herbert Smith Freehills
King & Wood Mallesons
Clayton Utz
King & Wood Mallesons
Gilbert + Tobin
Ashurst
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Hall & Wilcox
John has broad experience in financial services, funds management, blockchain, corporate and commercial law, with a particular emphasis on funds management related matters. John is one of Australia's leading Fintech and Blockchain/crypto lawyers and is a Director on the board of Blockchain Australia.
John has acted for a wide range of financial services providers (both start-ups and established industry providers), including retail and wholesale fund managers, investment advisers, financial planners, stockbrokers, IDPS operators, managed discretionary account providers and consumer credit providers. He has advised financial services providers on all aspects of managed investments schemes, AFSL and ACL licensing, disclosure requirements, and ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements.
Herbert Smith Freehills
Ashurst
Clayton Utz
Leading associates
Rising stars with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Hamilton Locke
King & Wood Mallesons
Herbert Smith Freehills
A&O Shearman
Gilbert + Tobin