Under the expert guidance of Andrea Monks, Latham & Watkins specialises in handling high-stakes regulatory enforcement actions and associated litigation for myriad large banks, asset managers and funds. The firm also excels at handling internal investigations into workplace culture, an area in which Nell Perks is very skilled, in addition to her work advising clients on ESG risk. Leveraging the credentials of its very accomplished fintech advisory and transactional group, the team is also well-placed to advise payment companies and crypto exchanges, inter alia, on associated contentious matters. The firm’s extensive global network sees the team is handle cross-border matters, utilising its expertise with regulators and law enforcement across major financial hubs to manage intricate issues spanning various jurisdictions.

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Work highlights

  • Representing a major global investment bank in an investigation by the PRA regarding regulatory reporting failures.
  • Advising a major international bank on an investigation into market abuse and insider dealing.
  • Advising a global crypto exchange in relation to various issues relating to compliance with the UK financial promotions regime.

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Andrea Monks

Other key lawyers

Nicola Higgs, Rob Moulton, Nell Perks, Anna James, Becky Critchley, Anne Mainwaring, Jonathan Ritson-Candler