Frédérique Bensahel heads up the ‘highly recommended’ offering at FBT Attorneys-at-Law with his wealth of experience in investment funds, financial regulation, and a host of financial disputes. The team represents a litany of clients, such as foreign banks, insurance companies, and collective asset managers, in relation to banking, securities dealing, market infrastructure, and derivatives mandates, to name a few. Other names to note in the practice include Marco Villa, who demonstrates considerable proficiencies in relation to banking contract law and financial regulations, Michel Abt, and Jean-Marie Kiener, who is well-versed in the realm of financial disputes.
Testimonials
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‘The team has a lot of expertise handling complex legal matters. Their combination of deep expertise and exceptional client service make them a trusted partner for a wide range of legal needs. Highly recommended for corporate and banking and finance legal matters.’
‘The team is highly responsive, accessible and communicative. Frederique Bensahel and Jean-Marie Kiener have deep expertise and proficiency across various legal disciplines. Also, the collaborative culture within the firm ensures that clients benefit from a multi-disciplinary approach to their legal challenges.’
‘This law firm is a boutique law firm with a large scope of competences and capabilities to take care of small and larger cases.’
‘Pricing, expertise in litigation and knowledge of banking industry.’
- 'FBT's Banking & Finance Team, led by the experienced Frederique Bensahel, has been our guide navigating complex cross-border regulatory landscapes and crafting innovative financial products and services.'
- 'FBT intimately understands the fund industry, from traditional investments to cutting-edge hedge funds and alternative strategies. They are masters of both contractual intricacies and regulatory frameworks.'
- 'No matter how complex or sophisticated our challenges have been, FBT has consistently delivered insightful solutions.'
- 'Beyond their brilliant legal prowess, FBT's lawyers are known for their availability and cost-effective approach.'
Work highlights
- Assisting a Swiss bank in a civil litigation before the High Court of Justice in London.
- Advised several clients on the licensing process as portfolio manager under the Financial Institutions Act.
- Represented a bank in a complex multiparty set of proceedings in Ireland.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Frederique Bensahel