Recognition

“They are world class in all areas of gambling law”

Band 1

“without a doubt, the premier gaming and betting practice in the UK”

Tier 1

Clients say that the team is “extremely knowledgeable about the industry” and “provides a common-sense approach to regulatory issues.”

“They are experts in the gaming industry.”

“The firm has first-class experience and knowledge in this industry”

“The team understands the issues clients typically face and always provides solutions”

“The firm pleases with its professionalism and is invested in the client’s success”

“They are experts in the gaming industry”

“Provides a common-sense approach to regulatory issues”

“an excellent firm with a personal touch”

“no one knows the regulatory aspects of the gaming industry as well as they do”

“They know the regulatory environment backwards and they’ve also got good contacts with the UK Gambling Commission. They give good legal and practical advice, especially in relation to the Commission.”

“They’re a fantastic firm to deal with from both a knowledge and responsiveness perspective. They’re very focused on the sector in a period of great change.”

London-based Julian Harris offers a wealth of experience advising a broad range of operators and regulators on complex international gaming and gambling law issues.

Band 1

“Julian has a wealth of experience and is able to guide clients through complex issues; he is particularly skilful at creating solutions which are designed to provide an effective business framework going forward.”

Band 1

“a heavyweight veteran in the field.”

Hall of Fame

“Highly experienced”

“Julian Harris’s knowledge in the UK market is highly regarded and he is the go-to option for this field.”

“draws wide-ranging praise as “amazing,” “phenomenal” and “a legend” in the field”

“extremely good at dealing with regulators”

“very widely respected”

“A legend in the business”

John Hagan is a highly regarded UK-based practitioner, recognised for this extensive experience advising on a wide range of international gaming and gambling matters. Impressed market source remark: “He is very eloquent and does a fantastic job being an advocate through the industry.”

Band 1

“he knows the regulatory law inside out and is extremely well respected by everyone.”

Band 1

John is recognised by The Legal 500 as having “unparalleled” industry knowledge, and gives “clear, concise and actionable advice”.

Hall of Fame

“excellent reputation in the industry.”

“extremely deep knowledge and real understanding of client challenges with regulators”

Sources commend his “modern mind and ability to understand what the operators want,” with others stating that “he knows the regulatory law inside out and is extremely well respected by everyone.”

“Astute”

“The leading gaming industry legal practitioner active today,” adding: “He’s patient, calm, focused and efficient.”

“is able to provide concise, pragmatic and commercially driven advice, delivering solutions, not just legal commentary.”

“His breadth of knowledge and experience in the industry is a real asset.”

Bahar Alaeddini is praised by market sources for her considerable expertise in advising major international clients on UK gambling law matters. She is particularly noted for her skill in licensing and regulatory compliance issues.

Band 1

“Bahar Alaeddini is a focused and common-sense lawyer who excels in the regulatory law field, being able to confidently analyse a given set of circumstances and give straight forward advice.”

Leading Individual

“Exceptional and creative”

“She is very pragmatic and straightforward. She is very knowledgeable, provides advice which is clear and helpful, and is very approachable.”

“Considered “an excellent gaming lawyer,” peers describe her as “very commercial, very straightforward – she makes things understandable.””

“She has an uncanny intuition for all things related to gambling commissions, as well as being very technical and straightforward with a commercial bent.”

“sharp intellect and a practical approach to advice”

“She is focused and hard working, and is able to take a practical approach to complex regulatory issues.”

“A rising star”

“Hilary Stewart-Jones is highlighted for her extensive experience advising an array of land-based and online operators in the gaming and gambling sector”. Sources remark: “Hilary is great and everyone in the market knows her.”

Senior Statespeople

“refreshingly straightforward, pragmatic and extremely knowledgeable in her field.”

Senior Statespeople

“She cares deeply and will fight hard for her clients.”

Key Lawyer

“She’s great, she deserves every bit of the reputation she has”

“Hilary Stewart-Jones is probably the most predominant lawyer in the gambling and i-gaming space.” Another source adds: “She cares deeply and will fight hard for her clients.”

“Refreshingly straightforward, pragmatic and extremely knowledgeable in her field.”

“She knows the industry backwards. I’m always amazed at the breadth of her knowledge.”

“David Whyte is experienced from his background at the UK Gambling Commission and is also a pleasure to work with.”

Key Lawyer