Key domestic and international players in the financial services market value the ‘pragmatic’ approach at A&O Shearman. The ’hands-on’ team has multiple areas of focus, including application of banking and financial regulations, developments related to MiFID II and MiFIR, bespoke reinsurance and asset management arrangements, and fintech-related issues. Sylvia Kierszenbaum is emblematic of the group’s cross-departmental approach, with experience garnered from her leading roles in the banking and finance and insurance practices. Axel de Backer and senior associate Niels De Waele are noted.
Testimonials
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‘Practical and sound advice on regulatory matters in an international context. The team has a network of legal advisors in various jurisdictions.’
‘Niels De Waele: sound and practical legal advice rendered at short notice in a friendly and down-to-earth manner.’
Key clients
- Athora Belgium
- EPI Company
Work highlights
- Advised Athora Belgium on the acquisition of a run-off insurance portfolio from NN.
- Advised EPI on the financial regulatory aspects relating to its proposed acquisition of Payconiq International and Currence Ideal.