Allens
Clients including major banks, superannuation funds and fintech companies instruct Allens on the full spectrum of fintech and financial services regulatory (FSR) work encompassing M&A transactions involving financial institutions, digital transformation projects and AML compliance matters. The unit is additionally praised for the ‘depth of its experience in financial crime matters.’ Heading up the FSR team, Simun Soljo assists clients including superannuation trustees and wealth managers on mandates including the development and regulation of new products and services. Dominic Anderson leads the fintech team; his varied caseload includes technology-sector M&A and technology-led innovation activities. Working with financial services clients on their Stronger Super products is an area of activity for Michelle Levy. Melbourne-based Kerensa Sneyd has a strong focus on the retail banking sector, while Valeska Bloch is a key contact for matters involving new technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain. Derivatives specialist Yu Zhang is another name to note. Unless otherwise stated all mentioned lawyers are based in Sydney.
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Testimonials
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‘The team stands out for the depth of its experience in financial crime matters - true industry leaders.’
‘Technically excellent. Karensa Sneyd applies a pragmatic and commercial lens to the highly complex and technical AML/CTF regime.’
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Key clients
- ANZ
- Westpac
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Work highlights
- Advising on various issues in relation to Simple KYC's reseller arrangement with Illion and on aspects of Illion's strategic investment in Simple KYC.
- Advised Coles on its long-term strategic alliance arrangements with instant payments platform provider, Beem.
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