'Commercially aware and pragmatic’, the team at Ashurst offers a deep and varied bench of experienced practitioners, equipped to handle large-scale regulatory changes concerning digital assets and fintech, ESG EU/UK law, investment, and market infrastructure cases, among other key workstreams. Practice head Jake Green supports a client roster of banks, brokers, fund managers, and digital platforms on complex matters including MiFID, market conduct, market abuse, financial crime, and regulatory enforcement, with particular expertise in innovative retail brokerage models. Etay Katz is a specialist in complex prudential, fintech, and blockchain regulatory issues, and uniquely appointed to the FCA’s Innovation Advisory Board, HM Treasury and Bank of England’s Digital Pound forum, and ICMA’s FinTech Committee, reflecting his central role in shaping the regulatory future of digital finance and capital markets transformation. Sidika Ulker is another key contact.
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‘I would say this practice group is uniquely commercially aware and pragmatic. They have very detailed insights into market practice.’
‘We work with Tim Cant. He is a standout expert on trading matters. Our go-to guy is hugely respected by the regulators too. Hugely pragmatic, knowledgeable, and a great listener.’
‘Tim Cant is very knowledgeable and applies that knowledge in a commercial and proportionate manner.’
'Effortlessly grasp the firm's business model, particularly with a focus on its commercial and stakeholder dynamics. Our Firm is incredibly innovative and Ashurst are particularly adept at providing advice/input which strikes an optimal balance between commerciality and regulatory risk management.'
'Jake Green and his team are exceptionally well-versed in the industry in which the firm operates. Advice and input provided is always practical and considers the firm's wider commercial goals.'
Key clients
- ANT Financial
- Vontobel
- Equals Group plc
- Goldman Sachs
- Oak Hill Advisors
- Jefferies
- eToro
- Peel Hunt
- OSTTRA, a joint venture between CME Group and IHS Markit
- Monument Bank
- General Atlantic
- Tritax Management LLP
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.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Jake Green
Other key lawyers
Etay Katz; Bradley Rice; Lorraine Johnston; Tim Cant; Sidika Ulker