Capital Markets: Derivatives
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 2
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(0)330 460 7000Chambers Review
Fieldfisher has a highly adept derivatives group that regularly works with an array of clients including hedge funds and investment banks. The team's most notable work includes assisting asset managers and brokers with advice on compliance and regulatory issues. In addition to regulatory and transactional advice, the team houses practitioners with deal-related litigation experience and a strong reputation for their work in emerging markets.
Work Highlights
- Fieldfisher advised Munich Re on a longevity swap with the MMC UK Pension Fund. The hedge was valued at approximately £2 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I cannot fault the responsiveness of Fieldfisher, the team is excellent at managing client deadlines and requests."
"Fielfisher possesses a strong understanding of the solutions in the market."
"They have an excellent range of transaction experience which enhances their capability to identify and solve issues in appropriate timeframes."
"I cannot fault the responsiveness of Fieldfisher, the team is excellent at managing client deadlines and requests."
"Fielfisher possesses a strong understanding of the solutions in the market."
"They have an excellent range of transaction experience which enhances their capability to identify and solve issues in appropriate timeframes."
Notable Practitioners
Edward Miller's work typically centres on collateral and netting issues as part of derivatives transactions. In addition to his deal-focused work, he also regularly advises on regulatory issues.
"He is very responsive and provides excellent service, helping to ensure our internal deadlines are met and within budget."
Guy Usher is head of Fieldfisher's derivatives and structured finance group. He acts for an impressive client portfolio of international banks and earns recognition for his comprehensive derivatives practice and his knowledge of regulatory developments.
Emma Spiers is highlighted for her skill in transactional derivatives mandates and the regulations impacting the market.
"Emma is an excellent lawyer. She is commercial, technically strong and highly responsive."
Ranked Lawyers at
Fieldfisher
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