King & Spalding LLP
Client SatisfactionWith its relatively small London-based practice, King & Spalding LLP punches above its weight; the team leverages its wider commercial litigation offering, as well as its US offices, and is well-suited to advising both entities and senior individuals in cross-border matters. Many of the matters have potential criminal exposure, including recent work regarding allegations of money laundering, “spoofing” and market manipulation. Dual US and UK-qualified partner Aaron Stephens heads up the team and ‘brings an infectious enthusiasm to every case’.
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Testimonials
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- 'Aaron Stephens has a strong financial services practice and brings an infectious enthusiasm to every case.'
Work highlights
- Acting as global counsel for a multinational bank in various class and direct-action litigation matters in various jurisdictions including the UK, US and other countries relating to alleged manipulation of the global foreign exchange (FX) market by traders at various FX dealer banks.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Aaron Stephens