Ezra Zahabi is a Partner at Akin Gump LLP in London and leads the firm’s non-contentious financial regulatory team. Qualified as a solicitor in 2007, she advises some of the world’s largest investment managers on UK and EU regulatory developments relevant to funds and asset management.

Services

Her practice includes:

• Advising on the UK financial services regulatory framework, including the Financial Services and Markets Act, FCA rules, and HM Treasury’s legislative reforms.

• Guidance on EU regulations such as MiFID II, AIFMD, the Market Abuse Regulation, and EMIR.

• Structuring and promotion of sustainable funds under SFDR and the Taxonomy Regulation.

• Supporting clients with SMCR implementation, remuneration rules, compliance, and FCA authorisation applications.

• Advising on fund structuring, marketing, distribution, and investment platforms.

Standout Features

Ezra is recognised as a leading figure in financial services regulation, consistently ranked in Legal 500, Euromoney’s Expert Guides, and IFLR1000 Women Leaders. She is a member of industry committees including the Financial Markets Law Committee (Bank of England) and AIMA, and frequently speaks at industry events on ESG, financial regulation, and compliance.

Facilities & Access

Her office is located at 10 Bishops Square in Spitalfields, East London, a key business and financial hub with close access to regulatory and commercial institutions.

Key Notes

Ezra Zahabi’s combination of technical expertise, industry recognition, and leadership in sustainable finance makes her a highly trusted adviser for global investment managers, funds, and financial institutions.

Location

Ezra Zahabi is based at 10 Bishops Square, Spitalfields, East London.