Global UK Capital Markets: Derivatives

Linklaters has an extremely deep bench with unparalleled derivatives and structured products capabilities. Widely praised for its in-depth knowledge of changing regulations and developing legislation, they act for significant trade associations, most notably ISDA. Among the firm's many areas of expertise are equity derivatives and credit-linked notes in addition to synthetic risk transfers and market-leading repackagings. Clients include leading investment banks and fintech organisations.

Clifford Chance provides a broad offering with expert knowledge of credit and equity derivatives as well as structured notes. Highly experienced in transactions involving synthetic risk transfer, the team is particularly apt for bespoke matters requiring knowledge of derivatives and structured products as well as tax and regulatory reforms. In addition, they display keen knowledge of changing market requirements and are sought out for their ability to assist with benchmark reforms. The firm's global network makes it ideally placed to handle international transactions.

Mayer Brown fields a notable derivatives practice that focuses on buy-side matters for a client base that includes leading hedge and private equity funds. The team is highly regarded for its advice to leading trade associations and for its ability to advise on regulatory developments. The firm's strong global presence enables it to assist with various international transactions.

Norton Rose Fulbright is well regarded for its capabilities in derivatives and structured products, with a particular insight into commodity-linked derivatives. Respected for its niche Islamic finance expertise, the team has advised on a number of notable Shari'a-compliant transactions. In addition, the team has excellent capabilities in market developments such as benchmark changes and regularly acts for leading banks and an increasing number of fintech clients.

Slaughter and May ably assists clients with the full spectrum of derivatives matters, from OTC transactions through to exchange-traded products. Offering expert advice on regulations governing the derivatives market, the team frequently acts for international banks, investment funds and corporates.