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Fox Williams LLP
Praised for its ‘intelligent and practical approach’, Fox Williams LLP’s diverse client roster includes asset managers, banks, investment firms, insurers, credit providers and electronic money issuers, among others. Chris Finney leads the team and advises on the full spectrum of regulatory issues, with a flourishing fintech practice. Peter Finch is ’instrumental in providing advice’ on matters concerning payments, consumer credit and mortgages, and Mardi MacGregor was promoted to partner in May 2023.
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Testimonials
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‘Experience in dealing with regulators and a good balance between technicity and pragmatism.’
‘Chris Finney was able to understand our model and tailor the advice well.’
‘Fox Williams have an intelligent and practical approach.’
‘Peter Finch is excellent. He knows the market and is up-to-date with changes.’
Key clients
- FM Global Insurance
- International Correspondence Schools
- Allica Bank Limited
- Santander Financial Services
- Griffin Financial Technology
- Thincats
Work highlights
- Advised FM Global Insurance on its preparations for compliance with ESG-related regulatory obligations.
- Advised Allica Bank on a £100m equity raise, providing regulatory advice as part of the transaction on both the PRA Capital requirements and Change of Control process.
- Advised (i) Santander Financial Services on its provision of wholesale banking services to other large financial institutions, insurance companies and brokerages; and (ii) Santander Financial Services’ international business arm to enable it to launch a BTL service aimed at UK ex-pats.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Chris Finney