Capital Markets: Securitisation
Global Guide 2024 : UK
Band 1
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Clifford Chance is recognised for its deep and longstanding relationships with well-known international financial institutions. Considered a market leader for securitisation transactions and active on transactions across both traditional and non-traditional asset classes, the team has noted experience handling cross-border securitisations. The firm also offers in-depth national and transnational regulatory expertise and maintains a wide international reach through its network of offices in Europe and around the world.
Work Highlights
- Clifford Chance advised Bank of America and Goldman Sachs, as joint arrangers, joint lead managers and risk retention holders, on an agented CMBS issuance secured over separate portfolios of logistics properties. This Cassia 2022-1 transaction was valued at approximately EUR235.5 million.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Clifford Chance is a go-to firm. From innovative tax structures to regulatory advice they are reliable and aware of trends appearing in the market."
"Clifford Chance is a go-to firm. From innovative tax structures to regulatory advice they are reliable and aware of trends appearing in the market."
Notable Practitioners
Kevin Ingram is one of the foremost debt securitisation experts in the market. He regularly assists the most high-profile investment banks on ABS deals, with particular acumen for credit card receivables.
"Kevin is a real leader. He is highly committed to the industry."
Christopher Walsh is frequently called upon to handle cross-border securitisation and portfolio acquisitions. His practice sees him advising on trade finance securitisations and SME securitisations as well as CMBS and RMBS.
"Christopher is highly experienced and well practised in a range of sectors."
"He is one of the best when it comes to thinking outside of the box and proposing solutions to complex legal issues."
Emma Matebalavu is widely recommended for her knowledge of mortgage-backed structures, including RMBS and CMBS. She is also able to advise on other deals involving securitisation, including the sale of loan portfolios.
"Emma is really knowledgeable and smart. She is highly regarded in the market."
"Emma is a fantastic lawyer and she is pragmatic."
Maggie Zhao is capable of undertaking mandates across the securitisation market, with capabilities ranging from traditional ABS to real estate-backed securitisation. Her practice is global in nature, and she routinely advises clients on cross-border deals.
"Maggie is a pleasure to work with and is someone you always want in your corner."