Caroline J. Kerswell (LLM)

Leadership Profile

Caroline J. Kerswell (LLM)

Global Head of Legal & Director

Caroline J. Kerswell (LLM) is Global Head of Legal and Director at Lewis Simpson Partners Capital Group, supporting legal strategy, governance, regulatory awareness, compliance and cross-border risk considerations.

Role Global Head of Legal & Director
Organisation Lewis Simpson Partners Capital Group

Role at Lewis Simpson Partners Capital Group

Caroline J. Kerswell (LLM) is Global Head of Legal and Director at Lewis Simpson Partners Capital Group. She supports the group’s legal strategy, governance, regulatory awareness, compliance approach, and cross-border risk considerations.

Her background includes legal practice, financial services, AML, consumer credit, digital asset regulation, insurance, regulatory strategy, and international commercial matters.

Professional Experience

  • Global Head of Legal & Director

    Lewis Simpson Partners Capital Group — legal strategy, governance, regulatory awareness, compliance approach, and cross-border risk considerations.

  • Solicitor Partner & Director

    KWS Law Ltd

  • Head of Compliance & MLRO

    The Payment Firm

  • Head of Legal & Regulation

    Nayms Ecosystem Ltd

  • Senior Associate

    F Chambers

  • Special Counsel

    Chancery Advocates

  • Associate

    Stewarts Law LLP

  • Specialist Counsel

    Outer Temple Chambers

  • Graduate Analyst

    Morgan Stanley

Recognition & Achievements

  • Foreign Office G8 — UK Woman of Achievement

    Recognised for outstanding contribution to professional and public life.

  • Rising Star: Top 30 Future Leaders

    Recognised as one of the sector's leading emerging voices.

  • Leading Woman in Crypto

    Recognised for contribution to digital asset regulation and legal practice.

  • Middle Temple Scholarship Fund Committee

    Committee member supporting access to legal education.

Thought Leadership & Presentations

  • The Future of Regulation in Crypto

  • Caribbean Basin Security & Compliance Summit

  • Corporate Governance Conference

  • Commonwealth Study Conferences

Areas of Expertise

  • Consumer Credit Act and FCA guidance

  • Anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/ATF)

  • Conduct and governance risk management

  • Regulatory reporting and board advisory

  • Insurance captive and digital asset compliance

  • International arbitration and financial disputes

Publications

Caroline J. Kerswell has contributed to publications and commentary on financial regulation, digital asset compliance, and cross-border legal matters. Publication details will be added as they are confirmed and approved for inclusion.

Philanthropy & Mentorship

Caroline J. Kerswell is committed to supporting diversity and access within the legal profession. She has contributed to scholarship and mentorship initiatives, including her role on the Middle Temple Scholarship Fund Committee, supporting access to legal education and opportunity for future practitioners.

Education & Qualifications

  • LLM (Master of Laws)

    Specialist postgraduate legal qualification.

  • Qualified Solicitor

    England and Wales.

External profiles and public references

Additional public references and source links will be added as they are verified and approved.

Important information

This profile is provided for general background and transparency. It does not constitute financial advice, investment advice, legal advice, tax advice, or a recommendation.

Any investor, portfolio, or opportunity discussion with Lewis Simpson Partners Capital Group is subject to suitability, confidentiality, due diligence, documentation, and appropriate professional review.

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