The team at Norton Rose Fulbright advises a whole host of clients across Asia and the Middle East on a variety of financial markets issues, including debt, securitisations, covered bonds and convertible and exchangeable bonds. The firm also has a strong portfolio of acquisitions of energy derivatives contracts. Colin Rice departed the team in January 2026.
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- 'Norton Rose Fulbright’s derivatives team stands out for its exceptional depth of expertise, responsiveness, and commercial acumen. Their ability to navigate complex cross-border transactions with precision and clarity makes them a trusted partner in high-stakes capital markets work.'
- 'We have had the pleasure of working closely with Francesca North, and her contributions have been nothing short of outstanding.'
- 'Francesca North, as a Senior Associate, is impressive. Her attention to detail, responsiveness, and mastery of documentation in securitisation and derivatives transactions have been instrumental.'
Key clients
- Al Rajhi Bank
- ANZ
- Barclays Bank plc
- Citibank
- Societe Generale
- Standard Chartered Bank
- United Overseas Bank
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Francesca North