‘In my view, the Allens financial services regulatory practice is the leading one in Australia. The advice given by the team is pragmatic, practical, and comprehensive.’

‘The team comprises experts in the field who are proactive, highly engaging, and always responsive. The advice provided (whether verbal or written) is always comprehensive yet practical. The lawyers are up-to-date with the latest developments and are readily accessible. They are our go-to firm, and we love working with them.’

‘I have engaged the financial services team on many matters over the past year. They set themselves apart through a combination of responsiveness, practical business knowledge, and a solutions-focused approach.’

‘The team publish some of the most useful and informative guidance on topical matters. This is helpful in prompting the industry on key matters to consider and to think deeply on operationalising regulatory obligations.’

‘The team is highly organised and focused on deliverables.’

‘They have very strong capabilities across all types of FS regulation. They are open, responsive, collaborative, and commercially focused.’

‘For me, the most important element is the quality of the advice. I think the team offers a level of advice and experience that is increasingly rare in the financial services regulatory space.’

‘Extremely diligent and a well-researched approach to their work. They provide clever solutions, and draw on their broader skill set where helpful.’

‘KWM is able to provide high-quality, commercially focused advice in both Australia and Hong Kong, amongst other APAC markets. They are expert advisers in the crypto industry, providing accurate, up-to-date, client-focused support.’

‘They have enviable knowledge of financial services regulation, funds, and asset management in Australia. They have practical experience and industry knowledge to provide clear, easy to understand advice across a broad range of topics.’

‘They are up to date on the latest developments. The team consists not just of highly experienced partners but is also supported by extremely capable associates. The team is friendly, flexible, and generally very good to work with.’

‘Jason Denisenko is an outstanding financial services practitioner with a detailed and deep understanding of financial services regulation, funds, and asset management in Australia. He couples his excellent legal knowledge with broad knowledge of the Australian market and current industry practice.’

‘They provide good technical and legal advice of the financial licensing regime in Australia.’

‘Exceptional expertise, experience, and clever strategic guidance.’

‘The Clayton Utz retail banking regulatory team is a leader in this market. They have deep knowledge of the evolution of the current regulatory regimes, and provide trusted advice on a range of difficult issues, including regulatory credit, payment systems, privacy, and AML.’

‘Clayton Utz has a dedicated financial services team that supports our business by providing high-quality legal advice and support. They are available to assist wherever and whenever required, to ensure we can deliver on complicated projects, often within tight timeframes.’

‘Corrs’ financial services regulatory practice has provided us with practical and commercial solutions to a constantly evolving regulatory landscape. Corrs delivers high-quality advice which demonstrates an in-depth understanding of our business and the wider litigation funding industry.’

‘What sets this team apart is their experience in international transactions and exposure, which helps when dealing with foreign fund managers and international transactions.’

‘They are truly subject market experts, and no others have the practical experience in this sector.’

‘The practice is reliable, responsive, knowledgeable, available, and fun. They bring solutions to problems, or suggestions to assist in understanding the problem. They know our business well, and what they don’t know, they look into.’

‘The firm has provided us with timely and useful legal support. The work has ranged from regulatory guidance through to transaction support. In all instances, the work done has been high quality and taken into consideration market practices.’

‘The firm and its team have been diligent and hard-working in all the matters worked on. Furthermore, they approach the work in a commercial manner, which is appreciated.’

‘They provide a personalised service and are always willing and able to assist.’

‘They have very strong industry experience in non-bank lending and mortgage broking.’

‘Rachel Walker is extremely responsive, bright, and commercially astute. She is technically strong and very easy to work with.’

‘They have great knowledge of the superannuation sector.’

‘Their strengths are strong expertise and commerciality around all aspects of financial services law. They are a team that really “gets” complex fund builds.’

‘The team is highly experienced in the financial services industry, particularly in funds management, which relates to my business. I appreciate the specific knowledge and experience.’

‘The team is highly knowledgeable in fund structuring and regulation, which has been extremely helpful to the creation of funds for our investors (both domestic and international). The team is very responsive and adapts well to changing requirements in our fast-paced environment.’

‘The team members are very commercial and pragmatic. They understand what we are trying to achieve on behalf of our stakeholders and investors alike, as a result, they are outcome-oriented and work around the clock to allow us to meet our requirements.’

‘We have worked with the Hamilton Locke funds team on a few property and credit fund deals over the past few years. The Hamilton Locke team is the go-to team in the industry as they are highly knowledgeable and experienced. They cut through the complexity and are easy to deal with.’

‘They have a proven track record in financial services regulatory work.’

‘Austin Bell and his team provide practical and well-considered advice at all times. It’s comforting to know that Austin is always available at the other end of the line when a technical question arises.’

‘Their ability to meet our often short timeframes has been impressive.’

‘Our strong relationship with specific Minters staff has been a differentiator.’

‘They are extremely well-organised and can mobilise additional resources promptly. They are very good at working with counsel—keeping them up to date, notifying them of timelines, providing support, and integrating into a team.’

‘They have deep technical skills in all things Fintech and financials services—both from a traditional finance perspective and Web3 perspective. They are a cost-effective, deeply trusted business advisor.’

‘The team has the ability to distil complex or novel concepts in an easy, digestible manner.’

‘Piper Alderman are the go-to when it comes to assistance with cutting-edge technology and assisting with regulation. The team has a combination of industry knowledge, creativity, and professionalism.’

‘Exceptional service delivery.’

‘Gadens truly understand their clients, which is their point of difference. Their technical knowledge and experience are undeniable, but their strengths lie in listening and delivering on client objectives.’

‘Gadens can work pragmatically, break down complex legal matters in simple terms, and get the best for their clients.’

‘K&L Gates has a strong team of legal professionals offering a diverse range of financial services and regulatory services to us. Over the last 12 months, a number of the lawyers have worked on our matters, and we found them to be dynamic, innovative, and proactive. We always enjoy working with the team and appreciate their collaborative approach to every matter.’

‘The partner’s attends the meetings, negotiates, and manages the matter as if their own. K&L Gates is my most trusted legal advisor.’

‘The team has deep international knowledge, which is very unique in the Australian market, which tends to be more domestically focused.’