Bracewell LLP, Derivatives | Chambers Global Profile

About

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Bracewell’s derivatives practice stands out in the legal industry for its creative, reliable and well-founded solutions for addressing commercial and regulatory risks, combined with a deep understanding of clients’ core businesses and commodity markets. The firm’s experience is complemented by significant litigation and enforcement experience, making it one of the most trusted names in the field.

Regulation and Enforcement

The firm is recognized for its pivotal role in shaping commodities and derivatives regulations. Bracewell has actively participated in rulemaking with the CFTC and FERC, including work on the Dodd-Frank Act’s implementation. This historical insight helps clients stay compliant with ever-changing regulatory frameworks. Notably, Bracewell’s expertise in transitioning clients from swaps to futures following Dodd-Frank is unmatched, further enhancing its credibility in this space.

Chambers Review

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Derivatives - USA

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Bracewell LLP is particularly noted for its unique strength on energy derivative matters. The firm has a client base including energy companies, banks and commodity trading advisors. The team frequently appears before the CFTC and advises on compliance matters.

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Work Highlights

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Bracewell LLP represented an international commodity trading firm in a CFTC investigation related to trading energy derivatives and related derivatives.

Strengths

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"Bracewell draws on a wide range of experts and has excellent inside knowledge."

Derivatives respondent
Global

"The firm brings practical insights and alternatives. It is an exceptional team."

Derivatives respondent
Global

"Bracewell draws on a wide range of experts and has excellent inside knowledge."

Derivatives respondent
Global

"The firm brings practical insights and alternatives. It is an exceptional team."

Derivatives respondent
Global

Notable Practitioners

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Charles R Mills

Band 1

Charles Mills is known for his enforcement and regulatory practice, which sees him defending clients in disputes with regulatory bodies.

"Charles clearly has vast knowledge and understanding of the law. He is extremely thorough and diligent."

"He is very smart, creative and a very strong writer."

"Charles is an excellent lawyer."

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Michael W Brooks

Band 4

Michael Brooks is noted as an insightful derivatives lawyer, with particular expertise in the energy space and acting for commodity trading companies.

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