Andrew Tuson

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Andrew Tuson

Andrew Tuson

Partner

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Andrew Tuson

Andrew Tuson

Partner

Andrew Tuson

Partner

London

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Biography

Andrew acts for retail and investment banks, trading houses and corporate clients in investigations, court proceedings and cross-border regulatory enforcement actions concerning benchmarks, structured products, financial instruments, commodities, fraud and financial crime. He is experienced in cases of market abuse and market manipulation.

In 2013, Andrew spent seven months on secondment with the litigation and regulatory team of an investment bank.

Andrew is also a contributing author to the Association of Foreign Banks Update and Compliance & Risk Journal.

‘Andrew Tuson is a top tier legal adviser. Highly intelligent, strategic thinker, with a considered approach and razor sharp instincts. Financial Services litigation adviser of choice and highly recommended.’ – Legal 500 2023

‘Andrew Tuson is a recognised expert in the field of banking regulation. his approachable and attentive style coupled with robust knowledge and expertise attributes to the efficient problem-solving and effective resolution.‘ – Legal 500 2022

‘Andrew Tuson (partner): an outstanding solicitor, extremely clever, commercially highly astute, superb at client handling, a great tactician, and a delight to work with.‘ - Legal 500 2022

 

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