Praised for handling complex mandates ‘at the intersection of technology and regulation’, Latham & Watkins advises across the fintech spectrum, with market infrastructure, blockchain, consumer credit and insurtech among the group’s key areas of strength. The London-based Andrew Moyle, global co-chair of the firm’s fintech industry group, is equipped to handle complex cross-border technology deals for clients from a wide variety of sectors. Stuart Davis leads the London fintech team and is praised for combining ’deep technical expertise’ with commercial sensibilities. Payments and crypto specialist Christian McDermott is noted for his focus on the monetisation of assets via NFTs. Sam Maxson is particularly strong in the field of cryptoassets, while financial regulation expert Gabriel Lakeman is a key contact for banks, insurers and investment companies. Brett Carr‘s diverse practice extends to advising central banks on fintech regulatory regimes.

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Testimonials

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‘Brilliant understanding of the payments market. They provide excellent commercial advice.’
‘Stuart Davis is an exceptional payments and fintech lawyer. He understands complex regulatory issues and provides excellent commercial advice.
Christian McDermott is very responsive. He has a deep knowledge of the market and is always focused on providing high-quality and practical advice.
Brett Carr is one to watch. He has excellent industry and market knowledge. He is very responsive and consistently delivers timely and actionable advice.
‘Superb knowledge at the intersection of technology and regulation.’
‘Stuart Davis has deep technical expertise but at the same time his advice is commercial and actionable.’
‘World class team. I would not hesitate to label them the best fintech team out there.’
'Andrew Moyle is a master of bringing clarity and clear strategy through the most complex of problems.'

Work highlights

Advising Floww on regulatory, commercial and corporate structuring matters in relation to its platform launch and fundraising.
Advising Transcard on all aspects of its expansion into the UK and Europe.
Legal counsel to Elwood Technologies, providing legal and regulatory advice and advising on its £70m Series A financing round.