The team at Hassans leverages ‘first class knowledge and advice’ to advise a stellar roster of financial services clients, including major investment and commercial banks, insurance groups and other corporate clients. Headed by James Lasry, and deputy head Anthony Provasoli, the team has established a strong reputation assisting companies in structuring and regulatory issues, as well as tax-efficient financial services operations. Lasry is a specialist in funds and the regulation of financial services law and blockchain businesses, whilst Provasoli leads in fintech matters. Valerie Holliday advises on international finance transactions and Yvonne Chu is recommended for a range of regulatory and insurance matters.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Very commercial and flexible with first class knowledge and advice.’
  • ‘James Lasry and Valerie Holliday are first class industry practitioners.'

  • ‘The team has many strengths, both in the breadth and depth of knowledge that the firm through its partners and associates possesses. They are responsive to our needs.’

  • ‘When you engage them they become a partner working alongside you for the best possible outcome.'

Key clients

  • Staysure

Work highlights

  • Acting for HMGOG in the refinance of a £500 million facility from RBSI.

Lawyers

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Matthew Torres
Hassans

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

James Lasry, Anthony Provasoli

Other key lawyers

Valerie Holliday, Yvonne Chu, David Montegriffo, Matthew Torres