Perkins Coie Financial Institution lawyers serve as trusted advisors to multiple market participants, offering advice in traditional capital markets transactions, new technology-driven progress, and strong litigation defense. We have offices in critical locations across the United States and in London and support global, national and local banks, as well as syndication agents, loan participants, and private equity and hedge fund companies. 

Our counsel is wide-reaching, from guiding syndication agents and trust departments in capital market deals to helping financial institutions as they embrace technology. Our litigators defend clients in contentious matters amid stricter regulations.  

As advisors to innovators, our integrated, multidisciplinary practice comprises experienced lawyers in areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, distributed ledger, blockchain, and digital currencies. They are not only proficient in the technical deployment of these technologies, but also in their impact on trust banks, financial companies, and corporate law departments. 

Well versed in complex deals, our lawyers provide efficient and effective guidance on terms and structures Our litigators are experienced in matters ranging from finance and corporate governance matters to high-profile investigations involving the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the U.S. Department of Justice, the Financial Institution Regulatory Authority, and other regulatory bodies.