A&O Shearman

Acting independently, as well as demonstrating an ability to ‘tap very quickly, as required, into the global A&O network’, A&O Shearman has developed a market-leading reputation advising banks, securities firms, and, increasingly, buy-side entities for complex derivatives work. It has been active in providing transaction restructuring and credit derivatives advice regarding entities within the distressed PRC real estate sector. The team’s expertise in derivatives proves invaluable when advising on novel deals, such as green derivative products, as well as on the complexities of these products’ performance across various ESG metrics, spanning a wide spectrum of assets, from rooftop solar installations to renewable energy projects. Yvonne Siew commands a prominent position in the market having acted in a variety of structured finance and equity derivatives transactions, while also spearheading OTC derivatives regulatory reform efforts. Having recently shifted his base to London, Ross Stewart remains engaged alongside Siew in addressing an equally captivating mix of regulatory and transactional matters. Other noteworthy figures include James Yao, frequently guiding Chinese financial institutions, and counsel Jamie Taylor, whose relocation from Australia in 2022 bolstered the team’s prowess in handling securitisation mandates for both buyers and sellers.