Julien Sad
Bird & Bird
Bird & Bird
Client SatisfactionCharacterised by its ‘expertise, industry understanding and customer focus’, Bird & Bird's fintech practice has experience spanning innovative payment services, blockchain technology, and new lending platforms. The team has particular expertise regarding e-banking and e-finance, supporting high-profile clients in their fintech-related businesses. At the helm of the practice, Scott McInnes is an expert in payment regulations and competition law matters in the payments sector, assisting payment service providers, international merchants and platforms. Cathie-Rosalie Joly is a go-to for clients developing their presence across Europe and Central and Western Africa, and Julien Sad is recommended for advice on anti-money laundering regulation.
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Testimonials
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‘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 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
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Scott McInnes
Bird & BirdPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Scott McInnes