Overview
December 5, 2024 – International law firm McDermott Will & Emery has been ranked in Chambers FinTech Guide for the second consecutive year, a testament to the Firm’s strong FinTech and blockchain practice.
McDermott received three practice rankings, including an improved ranking in USA Nationwide: Crypto-Asset Disputes, rising to Band 1 for the first time, and maintained a ranking in USA Nationwide: FinTech Legal (Band 5). The Firm also gained a new ranking in FinTech Legal: Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies (Band 4).
Additionally, Darren Azman is newly ranked in Band 4 in USA Nationwide: Crypto-Asset Disputes, and Joseph Evans continues to be ranked in Band 1 in USA Nationwide: Crypto-Asset Disputes and has also received a new ranking in Band 3 in USA Nationwide: FinTech Legal: Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies.
The Firm was described as having “deep expertise in blockchain and crypto.” One client remarked that the team has “uncanny skill sets to guide us through complex legal topics based on their profound understanding of the crypto industry as well as the players.” Another client highlighted that the FinTech team “consistently delivers innovative solutions tailored to our unique needs, demonstrating an impressive command of both the regulatory environment and the technological nuances of FinTech.”
View the full rankings here.
ABOUT CHAMBERS FINTECH GUIDE
Chambers and Partners launched its first Chambers FinTech Guide in 2020. More than 40 countries around the world, including every major FinTech market, are researched by Chambers’ team of specialist research analysts. The research covers four key FinTech verticals: payments and lending; blockchain and cryptocurrency; data protection and cybersecurity; and corporate, securities, and financing.
About McDermott
McDermott Will & Emery partners with leaders around the world to fuel missions, knock down barriers, and shape markets. Our team works seamlessly across practices and industries to deliver highly effective solutions that propel success. More than 1,400 lawyers strong, we bring our personal passion and legal prowess to bear in every matter for our clients and the people they serve.
