Derivatives
Global Guide 2024 : USA
Band 3
Contact number
+1 212 903 9000Chambers Review
Linklaters offers an active OTC derivatives practice able to represent buy and sell-side clients. The group is widely regarded for its knowledge of market developments, including in-depth knowledge of decisions and documentation produced by trade associations, most notably the International Swaps and Derivatives Association. In addition to strong USA regulatory expertise, the practice also has knowledge of EMIR and MiFID II, making it a popular choice for clients requiring guidance on cross-border transaction. The firm's international capabilities are bolstered by highly regarded international teams in other jurisdictions.
Work Highlights
- Linklaters advised ISDA on the development of regulatory initial margin collateral documentation and other related self-disclosure letters and material, in order to help market participants comply with initial margin requirements imposed by regulators around the globe.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Linklaters provides outstanding derivatives advice."
"The team has access to a variety of clients on both sides of the market and can therefore provide insight to norms and practices across the spectrum."
"The lawyers at Linklaters are able to dissect complex questions into manageable pieces in order to provide practical advice."
"Linklaters provides outstanding derivatives advice."
"The team has access to a variety of clients on both sides of the market and can therefore provide insight to norms and practices across the spectrum."
"The lawyers at Linklaters are able to dissect complex questions into manageable pieces in order to provide practical advice."
Notable Practitioners
Douglas Donahue advises buy and sell-side clients on derivatives transactions, and he is also noted for his ability to advise these clients, and the trade associations, on regulatory developments.
"Doug is extremely knowledgeable about derivatives."
"He is a very smart and talented lawyer."
Will Liu supports a range of active parties in derivatives transactions, from buy-side clients to trade associations.
"Will knows this market inside and out."
"Will is excellent and very talented. He is a very good technical lawyer."
Ranked Lawyers at
Linklaters
USA
