Sidley Austin LLP provides transactional, financing, disputes and regulatory advice to businesses, financial institutions, investment funds and public-sector clients. Its London office combines English and US law capabilities and regularly coordinates international matters that involve several jurisdictions.
In financial markets, Sidley advises on securitisation, structured credit, derivatives, debt and equity issuance, acquisition financing and other funding structures. The team works with borrowers, banks, investors, issuers and underwriters at different stages of financing transactions.
The firm's corporate lawyers handle acquisitions, joint ventures, private equity deals and governance matters. Its restructuring teams assist with distressed credits, negotiated workouts and formal insolvency processes, while its funds lawyers advise on investment vehicle formation and operation.
Other areas of work include commercial disputes, arbitration, competition, financial services compliance, insurance transactions, information privacy and tax. Sidley's cross-border capability is particularly relevant to financial and corporate matters involving both UK and US legal requirements.
Country / Region: United Kingdom
City: London
Office Address: 70 St Mary Axe, London EC3A 8BE
Telephone: +44 20 7360 3600
Website: https://www.sidley.com/
