Abby has a dual role in Shepherd and Wedderburn, acting as both a Senior Associate and a Senior Professional Support Lawyer in the Banking and Finance team.

As a Senior Associate, Abby specialises in the regulation of financial products and services in the UK. She has extensive experience of assisting both regulated and non-regulated businesses in navigating the perimeter of UK financial services regulation, and on the interpretation and application of the Financial Conduct Authority’s rules and guidance.

A significant part of Abby’s practice includes reviewing and reporting on mortgage, retail, business, credit card and personal loan terms and conditions from both a regulated and a non-regulated perspective, as well as preparing and updating Scottish standard loan documentation for major UK banks, building societies, financial institutions and specialised lenders.

In her role as a Senior Professional Support Lawyer, Abby supports the wider Banking and Finance team with research and training. She also monitors key legal developments and maintains the team’s knowledge resources.