Bird & Bird
Client SatisfactionBird & Bird is particularly adept at acting on the intersection of technology and regulation, with expertise across innovative payment services, blockchain technology, and open banking. Cybersecurity is another strength of the practice, with the team advising on preventative measures and complying with regulatory requirements. Practice head Scott McInnes ‘understands the sector incredibly well and is second to none when it comes to anything payment or card scheme related’. Paul Hermant has experience in regulatory, structured, project, and acquisition finance, and is integral to the team, while Cathie-Rosalie Joly has expertise in fintech-related matters.
Testimonials
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‘Scott McInnes knows his clients and the industry incredibly well and is excellent at highlighting regulatory/industry information that he thinks is relevant to his clients. He understands the sector incredibly well and is second to none when it comes to anything payment or card scheme related.
‘The advice provided by Bird and Bird is always practical, relevant and concrete. In a number of complex regulatory situations, Bird and Bird supported us in identifying solutions that were appropriate to address the regulatory concerns while taking the business needs fully into account. We always consider them for files requiring a creative and pragmatic solution and legal reasoning.’
‘I would highlight the expertise, industry understanding and customer focus of the bird and bird team.'
Key clients
- bunq (including Tricount)
- Aion Bank
- Booking.com group (including e.g. Priceline.com, Agoda)
- Satispay
- Mirakl
- Bonsai
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Scott McInnes