Regulatory excellence

Advising on a wide variety of important regulatory matters, including the implementation of CRD V, BRRD, SRM or SSM rules. We also represent banks on audit and investigations conducted by the authorities and assist them in disciplinary proceedings before the supervisory authorities.

Representing clients with their licensing process, including advice on all obligations under MiFID II or IFR/IFD. The firm also carries out compliance audits and represents broker-dealers in enforcement proceedings before the AMF/ACPR.

Our firm has an established reputation in assisting clients on a wide range of payment services and e-money projects, including on the PSD2 and SCA rules.

Advising on the acquisition or disposal of a qualifying holding in financial institutions often involving a regulatory “due diligence” review and obtaining approval from the relevant French and European authorities (ACPR, AMF, ECB).

Advising on the various derivatives documentation (FBF/ISDA/EMA), including Repo and securities lending transactions (GMSLA/AFTI) and the issuance of legal opinions on the validity and prudential treatment of derivatives and structured finance products.

Advising on the review, production and negotiation of documentation relating to all post-trade activities (collateral management services, clearing, settlement and delivery).

Assisting on the application procedures for the setting up of portfolio management companies, including advice on the AIFM and UCITS Directives.

Assisting clients on insurance portfolio transfers (French and cross-border) with prior approvals from the ACPR. The firm also advises insurance companies on Solvency II related questions and on matters involving intermediation and distribution of insurance products.

With our extensive knowledge of local regulations, we are well-positioned to advise clients on various compliance-related issues, such as AML, market abuse, anti-bribery and export-control.

Our firm assists clients navigate the rapidly evolving blockchain and cryptocurrency regulatory space, including authorisation and registration of new projects with the AMF (PSAN).