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Morrison Foerster

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Morrison Foerster

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Derivatives - USA - Nationwide

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
Morrison Foerster is well versed in both regulatory matters and transactions. The firm advises clients on Dodd-Frank regulations, including the Volcker Rule, and assists with equity and credit-linked mandates. It is also well equipped to offer support on the tax aspects of derivative transactions.
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Work Highlights

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  • Morrison Foerster advised Veeco Instruments Inc. in its definitive agreement to combine with Axcelis Technologies, Inc. in an all-stock merger.

Strengths

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  • They are meticulous, methodical, thoughtful and comprehensive in review. They can explain difficult matters in an approachable way.

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  • Morrison Foerster skips the legalese and goes directly to practical implications.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Rhys Bortignon
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    Rhys Bortignon

    Rhys Bortignon has a busy regulatory and transactional derivatives practice, advising on mandates across different asset classes, ranging from energy to infrastructure.

    • Rhys is an absolute gem to work with. He represents the firm with excellence, meticulous care and alacrity of responsiveness.

      Derivatives respondentUSA

    • Rhys is willing to explain what is necessary and what is not. He will perfectly explain the scope of work needed to achieve the expected results.

      Derivatives respondentUSA
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