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Dechert LLP

Capital Markets: Derivatives

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Dechert LLP

Rankings

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Capital Markets: Derivatives - UK

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Dechert has an established capital markets team that includes some notable derivatives experts. The group works with both buy-side and sell-side clients, and is renowned for its work on cross-border matters.

Strengths

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  • They are extremely clear and concise and they provide a fast service at a reasonable cost. We couldn't be happier with the outcome.

    Capital Markets: Derivatives respondentGlobal
  • The team has exceptional knowledge and always provide quality, detailed and commercial advice, which we know we can rely on.

    Capital Markets: Derivatives respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Karen Stretch
    Band 3Karen Stretch

    Karen Stretch

    Karen Stretch of Dechert advises clients in relation to complex derivatives work. Her practice involves advising clients on derivative transactions, as well as regulatory focused work.

    • Karen's dedicated service, good humour and deeply thorough work product are exemplary.

      Capital Markets: Derivatives respondentGlobal
    • Karen is technically solid and able to grasp quickly what we needed commercially.

      Capital Markets: Derivatives respondentGlobal
  • Associates to watchRichard Chapman
    Associates to watchRichard Chapman

    Richard Chapman

    Richard Chapman stands out for his regulatory expertise which covers the full derivatives spectrum. His clientele includes leading market participants, including well known asset managers.

    • Richard blends experience with innovation and technical prowess. He brings common sense in abundance to complex negotiations and roadblocks.

      Capital Markets: Derivatives respondentGlobal
    • Richard has always provided excellent client service and helped us wade through complex documentation with ease.

      Capital Markets: Derivatives respondentGlobal

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