Capital Markets: Derivatives - UK
What the team is known for
The team at Simmons & Simmons is well placed to advise clients on complex derivatives matters and regularly assists governments, institutional asset managers and hedge funds on both the buy and sell side of transactions. In addition, the firm demonstrates strength in structured products, with expertise ranging from structured notes and repackagings through to synthetic risk transfer. The firm's depth of regulatory knowledge enables it to handle sophisticated mandates, including advising on IBOR remediation.
Strengths
"The team is very knowledgeable in the law and they know their clients very well."
Work highlights
Simmons & Simmons advised PGGM and Alecta on their credit risk sharing transaction with Nordea, related to the performance of a EUR2.5 billion credit portfolio operated by Nordea.
Notable practitioners
Matthew Monahan is knowledgeable on credit-linked notes as well as the repackaging of financial products. "Matthew always delivers, even under challenging circumstances." "He is excellent at ensuring a high-quality service for the client."
