Derivatives
Global Guide 2024 : USA
Band 2
Chambers Review
Skadden has a distinguished team of regulatory and transactional specialists advising on the full range of OTC derivatives, with increasing visibility in equity derivatives, especially relating to convertible notes, both domestic and cross-border in nature. The firm possesses renowned strength in enforcement and litigation, including representing clients before the SEC, CFTC, FERC and DOJ. It typically represents issuers but is equally adept at advising financial institutions.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Skadden team stand out as effective and knowledgeable in their advocacy."
"The team are very smart and collaborative and have access to a lot of resources."
"The Skadden team stand out as effective and knowledgeable in their advocacy."
"The team are very smart and collaborative and have access to a lot of resources."
Notable Practitioners
David Meister comes highly recommended for his expert knowledge of enforcement actions as they relate to the derivatives market.
"David is a brilliant lawyer - he is superb on regulatory and enforcement work."
"He is a strong advocate and a great strategist."
"David is a very talented attorney."
Yossi Vebman handles a broad range of transactions, and his areas of expertise include margin loans and convertible offerings, among others.
"Yossi is very responsible and provides a high level of expertise."