Derivatives
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 3
Contact number
+1 212 891 1600Chambers Review
Jenner & Block LLP has a strong litigation practice able to assist with investigations, both internal and external, across the derivatives market. The firm's capabilities also include advising on derivatives matters in bankruptcy proceedings. Trade associations and high profile companies number among its clients.
Work Highlights
- Jenner & Block LLP acted for Lansing Trade Group and The Andersons in a class action that alleged the client violated the Commodity Exchange Act and the Sherman Act by manipulating wheat futures prices.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Jenner & Block attorneys are highly experienced, intelligent and very capable of handing complex derivatives litigation."
"The Jenner & Block team is very smart and really understands the details of derivatives laws."
"Jenner & Block attorneys are highly experienced, intelligent and very capable of handing complex derivatives litigation."
"The Jenner & Block team is very smart and really understands the details of derivatives laws."
Notable Practitioners
Gregory Boyle is recognized for his derivatives-based litigation and enforcement practice, including self-regulation and external investigations.
"He is very sharp, strategic and effective."
"Greg is extremely smart and a very good lawyer. He's also very personable and responsive."
"Greg is a great lawyer. He is very thoughtful and knowledgeable in derivatives enforcement actions."
Vincent Lazar is the cochair of the markets and trading practice. He demonstrates notable expertise in the commodities market and often acts for financial institutions on bankruptcy and broker litigation matters.
"Vincent has a very good practice in this area and is very well regarded."