Dentons

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• 'The derivatives group at Dentons is quickly becoming a force to be reckoned with for both project and document management and highly technical digital asset work. The paralegal function is exceptional for speed of document negotiation projects and legal opinion management and very cost effective for in-house counsel. The partners and associates are rapidly coming up to speed in the digital asset space and transactional documents relating to venues and prime brokers.'
• 'Luke Whitmore is a phenomenal partner in this team. His training of associates and paralegals is clear in their work output. He is always willing to brainstorm ideas and it really feels like he is part of your in-house team with the way he grasps internal mechanisms, systems and controls. He is fantastic to collaborate with. He is also great at managing the global Dentons franchise and ensuring that you get full service on crossborder matters. It's useful to have him following those deals alongside your team and chasing up or questioning points where necessary. A solid all rounder.'

• 'A highly skilled and responsive team who can handle a wide range of derivatives matters at very reasonable cost.'

• 'Luke Whitmore - very experienced derivatives and regulatory lawyer who can turn his hand to any problem and matter in this field. Extremely responsive and very practical in his advice. Matthew Sapte - a go-to partner for any derivatives matter. Brings a wealth of experience and finely honed ability to matters in this field. As good as any magic circle partner.'

• ‘Toby Gray - very experienced professional, very client-focused, smart, high quality.’

• 'Dentons is able to advise across all derivative asset classes, and securities financing work. What sets it apart is its i) global footprint giving clients access to local market legal expertise in emerging and developing markets with the technical product expertise overlayed by the London office; ii) actual knowledge of securities financing in the context of 3rd party custodians and the new pledge structures; and 3) credible expertise in prime brokerage and clearing which most firms do not have. The partners are very accessible, and supervise their associates, both of which often is lacking at other firms.'

• 'Luke Whitmore is very able technically and provides sound, pragmatic advice. He advises not only on otc derivative transactional work but also securities financing structures and, uniquely, has demonstrated skills in the prime brokerage and derivatives clearing markets. Luke provides real value for money and delivers on a timely basis. He is a good sounding board, with a great sense of humour, and is willing to chat whether the matter is related to potential work or sharing views.'

• 'Mathew Sapte is a solid advisor. His knowledge of derivatives and banking matters is well regarded. He provides clear and concise advice on complex issues. His expertise particularly for work connected with the Middle East and CIS is important to us. He is an affable person, reliable and willing to discuss issues off-the-clock, which is appreciated.'

• 'Laureen Trachez has demonstrated great availability and solid knowledge all along her delivered advice.'

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.

Work highlights

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Matthew Sapte

Luke Whitmore