Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

The derivatives and structured products practice at Hogan Lovells Cadwalader is active in credit risk transfers, CLOs, synthetic securitizations, and esoteric asset class transactions. The team is co-headed by James Frazier, who handles credit risk transfer matters, and Ivan Loncar, whose practice spans structured municipal finance, debt refinancing, and warehouse facilities. Brian Foster focuses on financing, derivatives, and structured products and is often involved in structured and private equity investments. Lary Stromfeld is noted for his work in complex market structures, novel ESG securitizations, and regulatory matters. Jed Miller advises on commercial real estate loan securitizations, credit risk transfer transactions, and significant risk transfer structures. Patrick Calves handles hedge fund interests, mortgage loan repurchase facilities, and secured back-leverage financings, reflecting the group’s broader expertise in complex financing arrangements. Daniel Meade, based in the DC office, brings experience in commercial real estate loan matters. Following its successful merger with the practice at Hogan Lovells US LLP, the team now encompasses the full spectrum of transactional, regulatory, and contentious work, with a core emphasis on derivatives transactions. The practice frequently acts for major multinational banks and is active across sectors including healthcare and manufacturing. Edward So joined the firm as practice head in May 2025. He is highly experienced in ATM transactions, hedging arrangements, and equity derivatives matters, and is also adept at advising on related regulatory and tax issues. Marvin Goldstein focuses on commodities and derivatives law, bringing expertise in revolving credit facilities, bespoke finance structures, and high-stakes litigation. Other key lawyers include Lauren Kimmel, who assists on a range of transactional and regulatory matters. All lawyers mentioned are based in New York unless otherwise noted.