Advising on a wide range of asset classes, Eversheds Sutherland’s practice is broad, with a strong regulatory coverage. It includes both traditional and esoteric derivative products, such as credit, synthetic, equity, energy and freight derivatives. The firm also has ample experience assisting clients in the development of template documentation for cleared swaps. Meltem Kodaman advises clients on regulatory issues concerning the Dodd-Frank Act and assists in the negotiation of government trading documentation and bespoke financial agreements. David McIndoe maintains a compound practice involving both regulatory and transactional matters in the energy, agricultural and environmental commodities field. Raymond Ramirez is well-practiced in compliance matters regarding CEA and CFTC regulations, assisting in structured transactions and documentation negotiations. All lawyers mentioned practice in Washington DC.
Key clients
- The Commercial Energy Working Group
- Federal National Mortgage Association
Work highlights
- Advising the Commercial Energy Working Group in connection with derivatives reform following the enactment of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection.
- Assisting Fannie Mae with developing and putting in place documentation with various swap dealers to ensure compliance with the uncleared margin rules of the United States and other jurisdictions.