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Derivatives - USA - Nationwide

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman is well placed to advise on a variety of complex regulatory concerns thanks to its significant global presence and broad market awareness. The firm is able to provide counsel on the full range of asset classes covered by the OTC derivatives markets, and regularly takes a leading role in developing ISDA documentation. The attorneys offer a wealth of experience advising clients on matters concerning the Dodd-Frank Act, including the Volcker Rule, and assisting clients with the European Market Infrastructure Regulation. The firm is equally adept at providing counsel on transactions, including advising on equity and credit derivatives, as well as related matters such as repurchase agreements, and represents the full spectrum of significant players in these transactions, including banks, hedge funds and corporate entities. The firm has expertise in the growing digital asset market and is also able to draw on notable cross-border experience.

Work Highlights

  • A&O Shearman advised the Intercontinental Exchange in the development of their swap and futures clearinghouses, trading facilities and related businesses.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Geoffrey B Goldman
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Geoffrey B Goldman
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Band 1
Geoffrey Goldman is highly regarded for his regulatory advice, and his broad client list spans major financial institutions and corporates.

He has extensive experience with centralized clearing and exchange market as well as understanding of bankruptcy related issues. He is a very thoughtful attorney.

He is an authority in this space.

Azam Aziz
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Azam Aziz
2
Band 2
Azam Aziz frequently advises on regulatory and transactional matters, with extensive experience acting for buy-side clients.

Azam can explain in basic terms extraordinarily complex matters in an attainable, clear way. He is very practical and has a keen commercial sense.

Azam is fantastic to work with, very responsive and a great partner.

Donna Parisi
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Donna Parisi
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Band 2

Donna Parisi maintains an excellent reputation for her broad derivatives practice and, as the founder of the fintech foundry for the firm, is also experienced in matters involving cryptocurrency.

James Bryson
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James Bryson
U
Up and Coming

James Bryson is an up-and-coming partner in the team who stands out for his broad derivatives practice, with experience in transactional and regulatory matters.

James is quick to understand complex issues and proactive in his approach to providing legal advice.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Derivatives

Azam Aziz
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Azam Aziz
2
Band 2
Donna Parisi
2
Donna Parisi
2
Band 2
Geoffrey B Goldman
2
Geoffrey B Goldman
2
Band 2
James Bryson
U
James Bryson
U
Up and Coming
Derivatives: Mainly Regulatory

Geoffrey B Goldman
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Geoffrey B Goldman
1
Band 1