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Millie advises asset managers, wealth managers, private banks, hedge funds and private market sponsors on UK and European financial services regulation.

Her practice focuses on the regulation of investment products and distribution channels, including product governance, Consumer Duty, the UK's Consumer Composite Investments (CCI) regime, cross-border distribution and the regulatory implications of making private market investments available to a broader investor base. She regularly advises clients on the launch and distribution of new products and services, strategic regulatory change projects and evolving FCA requirements affecting the asset and wealth management sector.

Millie has particular expertise advising wealth managers and private market sponsors on the growing convergence between private markets and retail distribution channels, helping clients navigate the opportunities and regulatory challenges associated with expanding access to private market investments.

Millie also advises on FCA authorisations, change in control applications, governance and compliance frameworks, outsourcing and operational matters, and the regulatory aspects of acquisitions, restructurings and business expansions. She is known for delivering pragmatic, commercially focused advice that helps clients navigate regulatory complexity while achieving their strategic objectives.

Millie was named Rising Star of the Year 2025 at the British Legal Awards and has been recognised as one of Law.com's Top 25 Women Under 40.