Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton

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.