Richard J. Lee

He represents sell-side and buy-side clients in derivatives transactions and specializes in credit derivatives, including the analysis of credit default swaps and the negotiation of total return swaps. He advises on and negotiates ISDA Master Agreements and related credit support documents, prime brokerage agreements, margin financing arrangements, master repurchase agreements, futures and options agreements, and other trading agreements. Richard also negotiates documentation for equity derivatives transactions, including global equity and equity options master confirmations.

Richard counsels clients on a range of secured financings collateralized by financial assets, including bank loans, claims, and other illiquid assets, as well as traditional margin financing facilities. He also represents investors in commercial litigation funding transactions and other structured financing transactions involving litigation claims.

He represents broker-dealers, hedge funds, and other financial institutions in connection with trading and investing in distressed assets, including corporate bank loans, bankruptcy claims, restructured securities, and litigation claims. He regularly counsels clients in the review and analysis of credit agreements and bond indentures, and advises on bankruptcy and restructuring matters arising in connection with special situations investments.

Prior to joining the firm, he was an attorney with Kibbe & Orbe LLP.