Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton assists a broad spectrum of clients, from corporate issuers and financial institutions to clearing house and exchanges, be they domestic or international. The firm provides regulatory and legislative analysis relating to derivatives as well as advice on structuring, documentary and tax-related matters. It is also well equipped to advise clients in the development of novel derivatives templates and market protocols. These include digital assets, voluntary carbon credits and sustainability-linked derivatives. Michael Dayan, ‘one of the top lawyers in his field’, is greatly experienced in OTC derivatives matters as well as regulatory and insolvency issues affecting derivative products. He heads the practice alongside Deborah North, who is experienced in traditional and esoteric derivative products, including digital assets, crypto and carbon credit derivatives. The ’outstanding’ Clayton Simmons specializes in structuring, documentation, and regulatory work concerning OTC derivatives and securities-backed credit facilities as well as other structured products. Brandon Hammer is also noted for his work with major clients on regulatory and structuring work. All mentioned lawyers practice in New York.
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‘I can't think of another law firm that is on par with CGSH in terms of its breadth of knowledge and ability to structure complex equity capital markets solutions.’
‘Cleary Gottlieb (particularly Brandon Hammer and Clay Simmons) are an excellent partner and adviser. They have excellent cross-border capabilities and their bankruptcy and regulatory expertise is a unique combination that makes their advice holistic, thoughtful, commercial and practical. Few firms have similar capabilities and none provide that feedback alongside such excellent client service.’
‘Able to marry deep industry knowledge, practical business judgment, and keen legal intellect to give advice.’
‘The individuals at CGSH are extremely knowledgeable and practical. In particular, Michael Dayan is one of the top lawyers in his field and his advice carries weight in negotiations with his peers.’
‘Brandon Hammer has been the key to the relationship. He is prompt, thoughtful, responsive, and a growing expert and leader in the space.’
‘Their team extremely responsive and good to deal with.’
‘Clayton Simmons in particular is a pleasure to work with and is hugely helpful in picking up new points quickly and getting to the bottom of what was important to our client.’
‘Clayton Simmons and Elizabeth Hamilton are outstanding.’
Kernmandanten
- ARRC
- Bank of America
- Barclays
- Blackstone
- Citadel
- Citigroup
- Credit Suisse
- Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC)
- Goldman Sachs
- ISDA
Anwält*innen
Hall of fame
Die Anwält*innen an der Spitze ihres Berufsstands, die aufgrund ihres langjährigen Engagements in marktführender Arbeit von Wettbewerbern und Mandanten gleichermaßen geschätzt und anerkannt werden.
Führende Partner*innen
Die stärksten Partner*innen ihres Praxisbereichs, die eine führende Rolle in signifikanten Mandaten einnehmen und weitreichende Anerkennung unter Wettbewerbern und Mandanten genießen.
Deborah North
Führende Associates
Führende Associates sind regelmäßig an zentralen Mandaten des Teams beteiligt und erhalten positives Feedback von Wettbewerbern oder Mandanten.
Brandon Hammer
Praxisleitung
Michael Dayan; Deborah North
Weitere Kernanwält*innen
Clayton Simmons; Brandon Hammer