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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 14 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
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.
François-Alexandre Marois
ASSOCIATE
François is a dynamic attorney with a keen interest in finance. Prior to joining HedgeLegal, François worked at a national law firm where he acquired notable experience in business law, especially in the fields of mergers & acquisitions and commercial real estate. François believes in social responsibility and has volunteered in numerous non-profit organizations, such as the Mobile Legal Clinic, which provides legal information services to homeless and marginalized persons.
François is a member of the Quebec Bar and obtained his law degree from Université Laval in 2020 where the excellence of his academic results earned him a spot on the Honour Roll. As part of his studies, François also clerked at the Québec Court of Appeal; a valuable learning experience which honed his legal skills, rigour and analytical thinking. Curious by nature, François is also in the final stages of completing an MBA degree in Global Business.
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.
Max Dayan
Student-at-law
Max Dayan is a law student with an LL.L from the University of Ottawa. He is now studying at the University of Montreal to obtain his J.D. Before joining HedgeLegal, Max spent time as a Student-at-Law in a civil litigation firm that specialized in family law. Max is extremely passionate about finance and sees HedgeLegal as the perfect place to use the legal skills he has developed in the most dynamic way possible.
Rahat Bhatti
SOFTWARE QUALITY ASSURANCE ANALYST
Rahat Bhatti is currently a fourth-year software engineering student at Concordia University. He works alongside the development team in creating HedgeLegal’s proprietary contract analytics platform TradingDoX. Rahat is tasked with ensuring smooth deployment into production, testing the software and assisting with user support. Rahat has interned at CAE and other firms previously and is valued member of the HedgeLegal team as it grows its technology footprint.
Daniel Benaroche
STUDENT-AT-LAW
Daniel is completing his third year of law studies at the University of Ottawa, and has a particular interest in commercial and corporate contract law. He is a graduate of McGill University where he obtained a Bachelor of Civil Engineering degree in 2018. Prior to his law studies, Daniel worked for a leading national general contracting firm, where he participated in several major construction and infrastructure projects. Daniel is highly analytical and a natural problem solver. Daniel looks forward to utilizing his skills to help clients achieve both their legal and business objectives.
Hosanna Galea
STUDENT-AT-LAW
Hosanna is a second-year law student at McGill University, working to complete the B.C.L./J.D. program. Before starting at McGill Law, Hosanna graduated from McGill in the Philosophy department, with both honours and distinction. While at McGill, Hosanna founded an environmental collective, which honed her skills in leadership and organization. Hosanna is passionate about environmental law and corporate responsibility and is excited to work in a field that will challenge and engage her interests.
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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…
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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
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