Financial Institutions

We have been supporting the needs of financial institutions for many years by providing them with expert advice and assistance.

Our cross-practice team has in-depth knowledge of the financial services industry, covering all aspects of legal advice for financial institutions. Our specialists understand the nuances of the financial services industry and its competitive environment.

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The Sustainable Finance Package 2023

In this blog, we discuss the Sustainable Finance Package published by the European Commission in June 2023.

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Consultation on draft technical standards under MiCAR

The MiCAR aims to create a broad EU regulatory framework for the issuance of, intermediating and dealing in, crypto assets. MiCAR entered into force in June 2023. Both ESMA and EBA published consultation papers including draft technical standards.

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Financial Regulation – Q2 2023 Update

Changes to Dutch financial regulations entered into force on or around 1 July, including notable amendments for holders of a qualifying holding in certain Dutch regulated financial institutions. We have listed the main changes in this publication.

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Commission publishes PSD3 and PSR Proposal; a tightening of the regulation of payment services providers in the EU

On June 28, 2023, the European Commission published a set of new legislative proposals, including PSD3, aimed at ushering in the digital era for payments and the broader financial sector, with a particular focus on consumers.

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We are greatly familiar with the regulatory environment in which our clients operate. Matters we act on include mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, restructurings, asset management, securitisations, conduct of business issues, governance, regulatory capital, and sustainable finance. We provide strategic advice on ongoing compliance with financial regulation. We also provide support in disputes with regulators or enforcement action taken by them. 

The reach of our Financial Institutions Group is truly global, with cross-border matters being coordinated seamlessly between our Benelux offices and our offices in London, and in close cooperation with leading firms in other jurisdictions.

We guide a broad spectrum of clients, ranging from commercial and investment banks to securities firms, insurance companies, fund managers and payment services providers, creating tailor-made solutions to their specific needs.

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