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Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP

Capital Markets: Securitisation

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Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP

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Capital Markets: Securitisation - UK-wide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Cadwalader fields a high-quality team known for its work on complex securitisations. The firm has notable strength with regard to ABS and, most prominently, CLO transactions. They also demonstrate the ability to guide clients in matters relating to specialised or emerging asset classes and have in-depth knowledge of ESG-compliant assets. As well as its transactional work, the team is well positioned to advise on regulatory developments, including the effects of changes to US regulations on European markets, STS regulation and risk retention. Notable for the breadth of its client base, the firm frequently acts on behalf of mainstream banks, private equity funds and alternative lenders.

Work Highlights

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  • Cadwalader acted for Premium Credit as originator on the maintenance of its Master Trust programme.

Strengths

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  • The team have incredible market knowledge, speed and efficiency.

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  • Not only are the Cadwalader team expert in the legal nuances of different transactions, they are also able to understand the commercial aspects, which makes execution far more efficient.

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  • They have a pragmatic approach to solving regulatory and transactional issues. The team is able to provide detailed analysis of securitisation cashflows.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Suzanne Bell
    Band 2Suzanne Bell

    Suzanne Bell

    Suzanne Bell has developed a noteworthy ABS practice. Her areas of expertise include credit card receivables and auto loans.
    • Suzanne consistently delivers and addresses complex transactions in a structured manner.

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    • Suzanne is a diligent, responsive and pragmatic lawyer who is able to manage and meet client expectations.

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    • Suzanne is competent and diligent, delivering great results within agreed timelines.

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  • Band 4Robert Cannon
    Band 4Robert Cannon

    Robert Cannon

    Robert Cannon is recognised for advising clients on underwriting catastrophe bonds. He is also an experienced CLO practitioner and regularly counsels on cross-border transactions.

    • Robert is a technically sound securitisation lawyer with incredibly in-depth knowledge of the regulatory frameworks.

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  • Up and ComingSabah Nawaz
    Up and ComingSabah Nawaz

    Sabah Nawaz

    Sabah Nawaz has experience advising sponsors and lenders on various securitised facilities.

    • Sabah is an excellent lawyer who is thoughtful and commercial, and a very good negotiator.

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    • Sabah is experienced and one of the hardest-working partners we have worked with.

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  • Associates to watchWilliam Bibby
    Associates to watchWilliam Bibby

    William Bibby

    William Bibby is a managing associate at Linklaters who has a budding reputation for his securitisation work.

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