Commodities: Trade Finance
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Norton Rose Fulbright has an eminent commodities practice advising on sophisticated trade finance structures, derivatives and energy trading, with expertise across all commodity types. The firm is active globally on behalf of international clients, with notable strength in emerging markets. It is also noteworthy for its regulatory counsel. The firm's clients include well-known banks and trading companies. It provides guidance on innovative trade finance platforms.
Work Highlights
- Norton Rose Fulbright assisted Citibank with structuring a cross-border B2B payment solution for renewable energy e-commerce marketplace Covento.
Strengths
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"The team is very adept at dealing with complex negotiations in a succinct and strategic fashion."
"The Norton Rose Fulbright financial services team is excellent and always provides best in class service."
"They are one of the best law firms for advising on regulatory compliance matters."
"Those we work with are incredibly well trained and the senior associates and partners are extremely knowledgeable. The junior lawyers are also excellent."
"They are among the best law firms that I deal with."
"The team is very adept at dealing with complex negotiations in a succinct and strategic fashion."
"The Norton Rose Fulbright financial services team is excellent and always provides best in class service."
"They are one of the best law firms for advising on regulatory compliance matters."
"Those we work with are incredibly well trained and the senior associates and partners are extremely knowledgeable. The junior lawyers are also excellent."
"They are among the best law firms that I deal with."
Notable Practitioners
Nicholas Grandage is the global head of banking and finance at the firm and a leading specialist in the commodities sector. He advises banks and trading companies on structured financings and borrowing base transactions, among other matters.
"Nick Grandage has unparalleled knowledge of the industry."
"He is a very experienced and fantastic lawyer."
"He provides pragmatic advice and is a great partner. You know you’re in safe hands."
Andrew Wood is a trade finance lawyer based in the firm's London office. He regularly advises financiers on a range of transactions, including borrowing base facilities and unsecured lending.
"Andy is a top operator. He's very commercially savvy with a great eye for spotting and resolving challenging legal hurdles."
"Andrew Wood is knowledgeable, commercial and good to work with."
Hannah Meakin has a notable commodities derivatives practice. She is well versed in advising financial institutions and energy companies on various regulatory issues.
"Hannah is quite simply excellent."
Jonathan Herbst is the global head of financial services at the firm. He is recognised in the market for regulatory and compliance advice relating to commodity derivatives. His clients include commodity houses and financial institutions.
"Jonathan is faultless."
"Jonathan is always super helpful and pragmatic in his approach, and you feel like he understands your needs as a client."
"He's very well regarded and strong on regulatory matters."
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