The ‘strong grasp of crypto and digital asset regulation’ at Travers Smith LLP is brought to bear on a host of mandates. The unit is additionally well regarded for its expertise in financial market infrastructures, securities trading and wholesale and retail payments. Natalie Lewis' far-reaching practice spans cross-border payments systems and contractual arrangements for digital asset platforms, while Mark Evans is well-versed in the intricacies of funds tokenisation. John Lee and James Turner also come recommended.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'A strong grasp of crypto and digital asset regulation and policy which is invaluable to our organisation.’

  • 'Natalie Lewis - very adept at the legal matters, but they are also very engaging and warm, and are quick to put one at ease. Their insights on recent matters we brought to them reflected both a legal expertise and a graciousness in assisting us in a timely and thorough manner.'

  • ‘John Lee and James Turner are valuable contributors to the work of our trade association and provide regulatory support and clarity to our industry.’

  • ‘The team is well versed in the specific areas of concern to us - namely, emerging technologies and innovations that require a quick learning curve at times, and a fast turnaround on answers whilst not sacrificing quality in their responses. We have found the team very well-attuned to and competent in both the technicalities and the fast pace of our areas of interest. ’

  • ‘The individuals are very adept at the legal matters, but they are also very engaging and warm, and are quick to put one at ease. Their insights on recent matters we brought to them reflected both a legal expertise and a graciousness in assisting us in a timely and thorough manner.'

Key clients

  • Pay.UK
  • RTGS.global
  • Euroclear UK and International
  • Copper

Work highlights

  • Advising Pay.UK on the design and implementation of the New Payments Architecture.
  • Advising RTGS.global on the design of a new cross-border payment system.
  • Advising Copper on various innovative mandates.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Natalie Lewis

Other key lawyers

Mark Evans, James Turner, John Lee