LK Shields Solicitors LLP and Byrne Wallace LLP merged at the beginning of 2025 to form Byrne Wallace Shields, which is adept with both regulatory and transactional matters, frequently advising on a broad range of matters, including blockchain, acquisitions of fintech targets, and authorisations. The team lead is David Naughton, who is experienced at structuring funds and negotiating seed investments for fund clients in the fintech space. Narita Woods and Mina Dawood are also stand out members, focusing on regulatory work.
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Testimonials
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- 'David Naughton, Narita Woods and Mina Dawood are knowledgeable, practical and a pleasure to work with.'
Key clients
- AREX Markets Group
Work highlights
- Advised AREX Markets Group on the sale to Bankable LTD, providing tailored, intuitive, and solution-focused services to address client timescale and needs.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
David Naughton