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Derivatives - USA - Nationwide

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What the Team is Known For

Linklaters offer 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.

Strengths

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The team had a pragmatic approach to the work, helping to guide our thinking around the important points.

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The team can provide commercially reasonable advice and a broad view of the market, and are always available.

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The team is commercial, responsive and have a can-do attitude when handling tricky questions.

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Linklaters knows the area very well and the team is able to come to practical solutions for clients.

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Linklaters has deep, technical, legal experience and are well-positioned in the industry to give practical guidance.

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Notable Practitioners

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David Lucking
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David Lucking
2
Band 2
David Lucking elicits widespread praise for his credit derivatives practice and is considered to be a key reference for matters involving ISDA.
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Douglas Donahue
2
Douglas Donahue
2
Band 2

Douglas Donahue advises buy and sell-side clients in derivatives transactions, and he is also noted for his ability to advise these clients, and the trade associations, on regulatory developments.

Douglas is excellent in every way. He is my go-to person on any US derivatives issue.

Douglas is the go-to lawyer, he has a sharp commercial mind and delivers on time.

He is extremely responsive, knowledgeable and adaptive when it comes to the wide array of advice he can give.

Douglas has a depth of experience covering the buy-side and sell-side and has deep ties to ISDA.

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Will Liu
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Will Liu
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Band 4
Will Liu supports a range of active parties in derivatives transactions, from buy-side clients to trade associations.
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David Lucking
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David Lucking
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Douglas Donahue
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Douglas Donahue
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Will Liu
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Will Liu
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