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Trading Agreement Negotiation
High touch legal negotiations at competitive fixed rates: ISDA, Prime Brokerage, Custody, Futures Clearing, Repo and more.
Benchmarking Review
Extracting data from Trading Agreements and providing analytics.
Uncleared Margin Rules Implementation
Advising and assisting to prepare for and negotiate agreements required by Phases 5 and 6.
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Why HedgeLegal
Experience and Focus
Our sole focus is trading agreements. We know them well and service clients across the spectrum of trading strategies.
Process & Pricing
Each negotiation is approached based on strategy, credit profile, trading and operational needs.
Fixed Rate pricing available.
Thought Leadership
HedgeLegal is at the forefront of legal and market developments, publishing articles and webinars to educate the market.
Our Team
Poseidon Retsinas
FOUNDING PARTNER
Poseidon has over 16 years of experience as a negotiator of trading documentation (Prime Brokerage, ISDA, Futures Clearing, Repo, Custody, etc). Prior to founding HedgeLegal, he was responsible for the onboarding and negotiation of all trading documentation for Innocap, one of the world's largest hedge fund managed account platforms with over 7 Billion in assets under management. His experience spans a wide range of product lines as well as investment strategies. Poseidon has extensive experience in Prime Broker selection, prime finance and pricing negotiations and has built strong relationships across the street with brokers, allocators and managers.
Poseidon has a diverse international experience. In addition to being admitted to the New York Bar and Quebec Bar, Poseidon was an associate at a premier global law firm in London, Clifford Chance, where he specialized in derivatives. Poseidon obtained his law degree from McGill University and holds a Master’s degree in Law and Accounting from the London School of Economics. Poseidon’s articles have been published in the Hedge Fund Law Report, Hedgeweek and HFM Week. He is frequently a speaker on industry panels.
Poseidon has a diverse international experience. In addition to being admitted to the New York Bar and Quebec Bar, Poseidon was an associate at a premier global law firm in London, Clifford Chance, where he specialized in derivatives. Poseidon obtained his law degree from McGill University and holds a Master’s degree in Law and Accounting from the London School of Economics. Poseidon’s articles have been published in the Hedge Fund Law Report, Hedgeweek and HFM Week. He is frequently a speaker on industry panels.
Cristina Brodeur-Reda
SENIOR ASSOCIATE
Cristina Brodeur-Reda is an attorney with a diverse legal background, having worked in civil litigation at Kalman Samuels, Attorneys. She is a graduate of University of Ottawa Law and a member of the Quebec Bar. Prior to her work at Kalman Samuels, Cristina was an Insolvency Technician with Ginsberg Gingras and was part of the restructuring department. Cristina has advised clients on a variety of matters, ranging from financial restructuring to civil liability, and has made representations before the Superior Court and Court of Appeal of Quebec.
Cristina believes in giving back to the community and has assisted immigrant women in acquiring status and contributed to research for the repeal of a detrimental section of federal refugee legislation. Cristina’s experience in diverse areas of law has provided her with a unique perspective and has contributed to her ability in providing creative solutions for her clients.
Cristina believes in giving back to the community and has assisted immigrant women in acquiring status and contributed to research for the repeal of a detrimental section of federal refugee legislation. Cristina’s experience in diverse areas of law has provided her with a unique perspective and has contributed to her ability in providing creative solutions for her clients.
Maeva Racine
ASSOCIATE
Maeva is an attorney with a pronounced interest in finance and prides herself on her accuracy and work ethic. Prior to joining HedgeLegal, Maeva worked at Otéra Capital, a subsidiary of Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec, one of the world’s largest pension funds. She also previously completed an internship with the Superior Court of Quebec and has passionately volunteered in many non-profit organizations such as the University of Montreal Health Centre.
She is a member of the Quebec Bar and holds a law degree from the University of Montreal. Most recently, her intellectual curiosity has led her to complete a certificate in Alternative Investments at Harvard Business School Online. Maeva’s keen ability to target key issues within complex problems and communicate them in a clear and concise manner allows her to provide valuable solutions to her clients.
She is a member of the Quebec Bar and holds a law degree from the University of Montreal. Most recently, her intellectual curiosity has led her to complete a certificate in Alternative Investments at Harvard Business School Online. Maeva’s keen ability to target key issues within complex problems and communicate them in a clear and concise manner allows her to provide valuable solutions to her clients.
Salvatore Vaccarino
ASSOCIATE
Salvatore is an attorney with experience in commercial transactions and corporate litigation. He holds a Civil Law degree (LL.B.) from the University of Montreal and is a member of the Quebec Bar. Prior to joining HedgeLegal, Salvatore worked for a boutique firm in Montreal making important contributions to complex shareholder disputes and class action lawsuits. Before his legal studies, Salvatore graduated from McGill University with a B.A. in Political Science and History.
Salvatore is a passionate attorney with a keen interest for both the philosophical and practical aspects of the law. He deploys innovation, strategic thinking and creativity to help his clients succeed, and is able to tackle challenging issues with enthusiasm and endurance.
Salvatore is a passionate attorney with a keen interest for both the philosophical and practical aspects of the law. He deploys innovation, strategic thinking and creativity to help his clients succeed, and is able to tackle challenging issues with enthusiasm and endurance.
Carly Rosenfeld
ASSOCIATE
Carly is an attorney with a background in various areas of law, including commercial transactions, corporate law, and civil litigation, having made representations before different administrative tribunals, the Court of Quebec, and the Superior Court of Quebec. Prior to joining HedgeLegal, she worked at a boutique law firm in Montreal where her creativity and aptitude for finding practical solutions allowed her to effectively advise clients at all stages of the legal process.
She is a member of the Quebec Bar and holds Common Law and Civil Law degrees from McGill University, as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree from McGill University in Political Science and Economics. During her studies, she passionately volunteered at a legal information clinic, the McGill Innocence Project, and for a non-profit organization in her community, as well as completed Tel Aviv University’s international exchange program at the Buchmann Faculty of Law.
She is a member of the Quebec Bar and holds Common Law and Civil Law degrees from McGill University, as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree from McGill University in Political Science and Economics. During her studies, she passionately volunteered at a legal information clinic, the McGill Innocence Project, and for a non-profit organization in her community, as well as completed Tel Aviv University’s international exchange program at the Buchmann Faculty of Law.
Max Dayan
Associate
Max Dayan is an attorney with an extensive background in contract negotiation. Max holds a Civil Law degree (LL.L.) from the University of Ottawa as well as a JD from the University of Montreal and is a member of the Quebec Bar. Since joining HedgeLegal in 2021, Max has negotiated a multitude of agreements including but not limited to ISDA, Prime Brokerage, Futures Clearing, and Repo. Max prides himself on reliability, and his ability to provide efficient and creative solutions for his clients. In his free time, Max is an active volunteer at Chai Lifeline Canada where he acts as a big brother to children faced with illness or grief.
Zachary Ziegler
ASSOCIATE
Zachary has a wide breadth of experience, having practiced intellectual property law, commercial law, and civil and corporate litigation, where he represented clients before various administrative tribunals, the Court of Quebec, and the Superior Court of Quebec. Due to his sustained interest in finance, he has found a home at Hedge Legal, and approaches files with the perspective afforded by exposure to different practice areas. This allows him to fully service clients and communicate efficiently with all stakeholders in a given negotiation.
Zachary has a Juris Doctor (J.D.), a Bachelor of Civil Law (B.C.L.) and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from McGill University and is a member of the Quebec Bar since 2021. During his studies, he participated and jointly led numerous clubs, such The McGill Sports and Entertainment Law Association (MSELA), as well as volunteered for The Legal Information Clinic at McGill (LICM).
Stephanie Gervais
ASSOCIATE
Stephanie is an attorney with experience in contracts and civil law. Prior to joining HedgeLegal, she worked at one of the world’s largest mining corporations in the legal commercial division of their Montreal office.
She holds a Civil Law degree (L.L.L.) from the University of Ottawa, a Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Political Science from Concordia University, and is a member of the Quebec Bar. Known for her strategic thinking and commitment to excellence, Stephanie is dedicated to delivering results that drive success for clients.
She holds a Civil Law degree (L.L.L.) from the University of Ottawa, a Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Political Science from Concordia University, and is a member of the Quebec Bar. Known for her strategic thinking and commitment to excellence, Stephanie is dedicated to delivering results that drive success for clients.
Sahar Babaï
Financial Controller and Analyst
Sahar has over 15 years of experience as a controller, accountant and analyst. In her previous role she served as a business analyst at Metrobec, one of Canada’s largest firms specializing in trading, recycling and processing of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal. She worked closely with management and traders to analyse daily market prices of metals. Sahar holds a bachelors degree in Accounting and Business/Management from Concordia University.
Julia Yetman
Student-at-law
Julia is a law student working towards a dual degree (BCL/JD) at McGill University. She is a graduate of Yale University where she earned a BA in Political Science in 2019. Julia comes from a diverse professional background, having played professional ice hockey in Stockholm while working for a Swedish medical technology company as a Marketing Associate. She also worked as a Compliance Analyst for two years prior to joining HedgeLegal.
Julia is a team player who looks forward to using her varied skill set at HedgeLegal to provide innovative solutions to clients.
Benoit Dupras
Student-at-law
Benoit is a law student currently completing a dual degree (BCL/JD) at McGill University. He graduated from the University of British Columbia with a BA in International Relations and Economics in 2022. During his undergraduate degree, Benoit worked at Global Affairs Canada and Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada. Before heading into law, he also completed the Parliamentary Internship Program (PIP) in Ottawa. Known for his work ethic and dedication, Benoit draws on his diverse professional experience in government and politics to continuously improve the quality of the service delivered to clients.
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Advanced Topics in the Uncleared Margin Rules (UMR): Key Considerations for Managers in Phases 5 and 6
Webinar Transcript Webinar Date: June 30th, 2021 Click here to watch video. Moderator:Ariel Berezowski (Head of Treasury, Point72 Asset Management)…
The End of IBOR
ISDA IBOR Fallbacks Protocol and Solutions for Managers
by Poseidon Retsinas and David Balass October 26th, 2020 IntroductionThe financial world is moving on from Interbank Offered Rates (“IBORs”).…
PB Negotiation. Part 2 – Protecting Against Prime Broker Failure; 12 Years After Lehman
12 years on from Lehman, Prime Broker failure remains a risk. This article explains the key negotiation points and considerations…
Operational Leaders Podcast with Terence J. O'Malley
Poseidon Retsinas Tackles Trading Agreements For The Buy Side Trading agreements are lengthy and complicated. The consequences of missing an…
How Fund Managers Can Mitigate NAV Triggers’ Impact on Trading Agreements
With the outbreak of the coronavirus and the subsequent social upheaval, markets have become increasingly volatile. That volatility has resulted…
Clearing Up The Uncleared Margin Rules (UMR): A Comprehensive Guide for Hedge Fund and Asset Managers
Poseidon Retsinas, Founder & CEO, HedgeLegal Joseph Spiro, Director of Product Management, Hazeltree April 1, 2020 (updated on May 28,…
Coronavirus Crisis (COVID-19): Force Majeure under the 2002 ISDA Master Agreement
Poseidon Retsinas, Founder & CEO, HedgeLegal Alexander Robinson, Legal Counsel, HedgeLegal March 25, 2020 INTRODUCTION In the wake of the…
Coronavirus Crisis (COVID-19): Key Concerns for Hedge Fund and Asset Managers with respect to Trading
CLIENT ALERT Poseidon Retsinas, Founder & CEO, HedgeLegal Alexander Robinson, Legal Counsel, HedgeLegal March 16, 2020 INTRODUCTION The outbreak of…
Prime Brokerage Agreement Negotiation
Everything a Hedge Fund Needs to Know – Part 1
by Poseidon Retsinas, Founder & CEO, HedgeLegal INTRODUCTION The Prime Brokerage relationship serves as a cornerstone in the success of…
Choosing your Prime Broker
Choosing your prime broker (PB) or futures clearer (FCM). Sometimes you know who to use – there is a preexisting…
We negotiate a wide array of trading agreements
ISDA, Prime Brokerage, Term Commitment, Futures Clearing, OTC Clearing, FX PB, Repo, Equity Master Confirmation Agreement, Custody, etc.
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OUR MISSION
HedgeLegal is dedicated to providing industry best practice trading document negotiation.
Our clients span a wide range of product lines as well as investment strategies. We represent corporates, startup managers as well as established managers with billions under management.
We have strong relationships with brokers across the street and leverage this to obtain efficiency and sound terms for our clients.
We will negotiate your agreements and get you onboarded with your Prime Brokers, Clearers and Counterparties