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Derivatives - USA
What the Team is Known For
Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP is particularly recognized for its knowledge of credit derivatives, a market in which it has a noted experience. The firm is frequently active in the representation of buy-side clients and demonstrates strength in derivatives-related transactions, including repurchase agreements and total return swaps.
Strengths
"The team always brings solutions to complex issues."
"Kramer Levin has a great gasp of the issues, is proactive at problem solving and provides useful commercial insights."
"Kramer Levin has excellent depth of knowledge and experience. The team is attentive to client needs."
Notable practitioners
Fabien Carruzzo is widely recognized for his impressive credit derivatives practice and is seen as a resource for clients seeking advice on ISDA matters.
"Fabien is an excellent lawyer who always understands commercial dynamics."
"Fabien is an excellent sounding board, he is well connected and knowledgeable on a variety of topics."
"He is proactive in addressing issues and attuned to legal and commercial issues."
Linda Sharkey is an impressive associate who is active on a wide variety of derivatives matters.
"Linda is great, super responsive and efficient."
"She is a fantastic associate, always on top of matters and her work is excellent."
"Linda executes with great skill."