Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner showcases ‘impressive expertise’ in the retail and wholesale sectors, counting banks, asset managers, insurance and reinsurance companies, payment services and currency exchange platforms among its key roster of clients. Praised for his ’thorough and detailed knowledge’, Matthew Baker handles investment management mandates, in addition to the financial services regulatory aspects of M&A transactions. Providing ‘rigour and depth in her technical legal advice’, practice leader Polly James is another key contact in the team, alongside Joanna Munro.
Testimonials
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‘Extensive industry sector knowledge, advice is given in a commercial and effective manner, and the team are proactive and readily available to offer advice even at short notice.’
‘Matthew Baker is extremely personable, a clear communicator, and provides concise advice and expertise.’
‘Polly James is an excellent lawyer who provides sound advice.’
‘Impressive expertise in financial services.’
‘Matthew Baker demonstrated thorough and detailed knowledge of financial services law and provided an excellent level of service.’
‘Quickly available to be able to offer advice on newly regulated financial services industry. Ability to be able to relate to specific business and industry challenges and offer tailored advice. Strong all round associates and partners’
‘Matthew Baker is very approachable, responsive and proactive.’
‘Polly James stands out in providing holistic support. Rigour and depth in her technical legal advice, coupled with genuine care for her clients. You know that she's in your corner.’
Key clients
- LXI REIT
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Polly James