Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP is ‘a global leader in the structured finance and securitisation space’ and its London team has a deep bench of experienced specialists. Particularly strong in the CLO market, the group also stands out for traditional ABS transactions, and the securitisation of niche and cutting-edge new asset classes in both new and established markets. It has also played a key role in developing ESG-compliant transactions. Suzanne Bell is well-versed in both public and private securitisation. Robert Cannon’s practice spans CDOs, CLOs, mortgage securitisations and commercial paper conduits. Matthew Duncan is a key adviser to banks, credit funds, insurers, reinsurers and pension funds. Richard Hanson joined from Morgan, Lewis & Bockius UK LLP in late 2024, adding experience in bespoke finance solutions for alternative investment funds, asset managers, insurance companies and banks. Derivatives specialist Nick Shiren and ‘high-quality negotiator’ Sabah Nawaz are also vital to the London team’s CLO and securitisation work.