Derivatives
Global Guide 2024 : USA
Band 2
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A&O Shearman is well placed to advise on a variety of complex regulatory concerns thanks to its significant global presence and broad market awareness. The firm is able to provide counsel on the full range of asset classes covered by the OTC derivatives markets, and regularly takes a leading role in developing ISDA documentation. The attorneys offer a wealth of experience advising clients on matters concerning the Dodd-Frank Act, including the Volcker Rule, and assisting clients with the European Market Infrastructure Regulation. The firm is equally adept at providing counsel on transactions, including advising on equity and credit derivatives, as well as related matters such as repurchase agreements, and represents the full spectrum of significant players in these transactions, including banks, hedge funds and corporate entities. The firm has expertise in the growing digital asset market and is also able to draw on notable cross-border experience.
On 1st May 2024, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling merged to form A&O Shearman.
Work Highlights
- The firm advised Carlyle, JLC Infrastructure, Ullico and Ferrovial on the $9.5 billion transaction for developing, constructing and operating the new terminal one at John F. Kennedy Airport in New York City.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team is very capable at thinking through complex issues with requisite nuance. The firm has a wide variety of expertise as well."
"The lawyers have excellent knowledge of the derivatives space."
"The team has a strong bench and they handle complex negotiations."
"The lawyer's advice is always extremely commercial and market driven. We always know that we're getting the benefit of the latest market intelligence."
"It is a strong team."
"The team is very capable at thinking through complex issues with requisite nuance. The firm has a wide variety of expertise as well."
"The lawyers have excellent knowledge of the derivatives space."
"The team has a strong bench and they handle complex negotiations."
"The lawyer's advice is always extremely commercial and market driven. We always know that we're getting the benefit of the latest market intelligence."
"It is a strong team."
Notable Practitioners
Donna Parisi maintains an excellent reputation for her broad derivatives practice and, as head of the fintech initiative for the firm, she is also experienced in matters involving cryptocurrency.
"Donna is an excellent lawyer."
Geoffrey Goldman is highly regarded for his regulatory advice, and his broad client list spans major financial institutions and corporates.
"He is a very strong lawyer."
Azam Aziz frequently advises on regulatory and transactional matters, with extensive experience acting for buy-side clients.
"Azam is very client-oriented. He is able to bring complex legal issues down to earth for clients and is always very commercial."
"He is a very strong lawyer."
Ranked Lawyers at
A&O Shearman
USA