A&L Goodbody LLP‘s ’excellent‘ team is well-versed in advising start-ups and established global fintech companies, particularly in the payments and crypto spaces, on regulatory authorisations, compliance and new product offerings. Additionally, the team has experience acting for leading financial institutions and tech companies. The firm is also well-equipped to advise on tax, financial, data protection and outsourcing matters in the fintech sector. Kevin Allen focuses on financial regulation, Peter Walker specialises in capital markets-related work, and Patrick Brandt has regulatory and M&A expertise; the three oversee the team. Christopher Martin is also recommended.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Sinéad Gleeson at ALG was always available to answer any queries and worked extremely diligently with her colleagues to ensure the firm could deliver what was required. If anything required escalation or a more experienced head, then Christopher Martin was on-hand to answer these or assist Sinéad and the team when required.’

  • ‘Expertise in complex areas; approachable and good communication; the team provides sound, practical advice that we can put into practice.’

  • ‘Kevin Allen, Louise Hogan and Christopher Martin are always a pleasure to deal with. They are very approachable, their advice is clear and invaluable.’

  • ‘The financial services regulatory practice is excellent in respect of its partner diversity on topics which gives a multi-disciplinary approach. The firm can also scale-up support to client needs as required and is effective in niche areas.’

  • ‘Patrick Brandt is very responsive and understands the firm's commercial needs. He has a broad array of up-to-date knowledge in respect of financial services.’

Key clients

  • PrimaryBid
  • Chase Paymentech (Europe) Limited

Work highlights

  • Acting for PrimaryBid in relation to the firm’s planned expansion into Ireland.
  • Acting for Chase Paymentech in relation to new and innovative product offerings.

Lawyers

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A&L Goodbody LLP
Kevin Allen is a Partner in A&L Goodbody's Litigation & Dispute Resolution Department focussing on Financial Regulation matters. He specialises in compliance, regulatory law and corporate governance. He has particular expertise in financial services law and advises banks and financial institutions on all aspects of financial regulation and compliance and related matters. Kevin draws together all aspects of the firm’s expertise relating to regulation and compliance and offers comprehensive compliance and regulatory advice to businesses generally. He also has over 17 years' experience in the areas of mergers and acquisitions and general corporate law.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Kevin Allen, Peter Walker, Patrick Brandt

Other key lawyers

Christopher Martin, Louise Hogan, Sinéad Gleeson