Capital Markets: Derivatives
Global Guide 2024 : UK
Band 2
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Clifford Chance provides a broad offering with expert knowledge of credit and equity derivatives as well as structured notes. Highly experienced in transactions involving synthetic risk transfer, the team is particularly apt for bespoke matters requiring knowledge of derivatives and structured products as well as tax and regulatory reforms. In addition, they display keen knowledge of changing market requirements and are sought out for their ability to assist with benchmark reforms. The firm's global network makes it ideally placed to handle international transactions.
Work Highlights
- Clifford Chance assisted the Society of Lloyd's in the addition of a second ILS vehicle and the creation of market-standard template documentation, designed to accommodate various forms of investment.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Clifford Chance has a broad range of expertise and is great at offering market insights."
"Clifford Chance has a broad range of expertise and is great at offering market insights."
Notable Practitioners
Jessica Littlewood is held in high esteem for her ability to advise clients on synthetic securitisation. She enjoys a following among prominent global investment banks.
Anne Drakeford commands attention with her noteworthy OTC derivatives practice. She is noted for her understanding of derivatives and their connection with the wider loan finance market.
Timothy Cleary receives praise for his knowledge of synthetic securitisation and is sought out by banks for his guidance on transactions.
"Timothy is very helpful, with good commercial awareness and understanding."
"He is well respected and technically strong."