Dentons is noted for its strength in deal-contingent hedging matters, as well as synthetic securitisations and significant risk transfer transactions. The team advises on the full spectrum of OTC derivatives, providing solutions across a range of jurisdictions and transaction structures. Practice head Matthew Sapte regularly acts for both buy-side and sell-side clients, with additional expertise in the regulatory regimes governing derivatives and structured products. Developments relating to securities financing documentation are a particular area of focus for Luke Whitmore. Across a variety of asset classes, Amy Whitney advises on structured finance and derivatives transactions, with particular experience in OTC derivatives matters.
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- Luke Whitmore He always understands the commercial drivers behind the ideas we bring to him, and everything he does is framed with them in mind. Every conversation we have with him feels like we are speaking to a trusted partner for our business rather than an arm's-length service provider. His responsiveness and transparency as matters progress are without equal: we always know exactly where we stand and why; there are no surprises.
- Commercial acumen, pragmatism, responsiveness, and transparency.
- A stellar team from the paralegals to the senior partners. Great value and truly collaborative in their approach to working with in-house teams. We see them as an additional in-house resource and part of our internal team. The group goes out of its way to understand our products and needs and circulates useful publications or changes to law as a matter of course with suggestions on how the same may affect us. The paralegal team has been a game changer for delivering high-quality projects at a lower cost base while training up the next generation of potential associates. The best in class for derivatives trading documentation across any asset class.
- Luke Whitmore remains a force to be reckoned with in the derivatives space and increasingly in digital asset derivatives. He is commercial, pragmatic, and goes above and beyond to ensure the best product for his clients at the most appropriate price point. His advice is business-friendly given how solutions-focused he is, which is crucial in emerging products.
Key clients
- BNP Paribas
- Wells Fargo
- Lloyds Bank
- Natixis
- Landesbank Baden-Württemberg
- Janus Henderson
- Linear Investments Limited
- Titan Asset Management
- Emirates NBD
- Leonteq Securities
- Societe Generale
- PGGM Vermogensbeheer B.V.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Luke Whitmore
Practice head
Matthew Sapte
Other key lawyers
Luke Whitmore; Amy Whitney