Banking & Finance
Global Guide 2024 : Spain
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Allen & Overy houses an excellent banking and finance department based in Madrid. The team regularly advises lenders on large acquisition finance transactions, including leveraged buyouts. With the presence of Charles Poole-Warren and its strong UK office, Allen & Overy is well positioned to assist with English law-governed transactions in Spain, especially in cases of the refinancing of syndicated loans. Furthermore, the law firm is appreciated for its notable strength in real estate and project finance mandates, with a particular experience in energy sector transactions. Additionally, clients benefit from a growing presence in regulatory mandates, including the restructuring of entities, digital payment services and M&A transactions. Its prowess in advising well-known borrowers as well as lenders makes Allen & Overy a great choice for a diverse clientele.
Work Highlights
- Allen & Overy assisted a syndicate of lenders, led by CaixaBank, in providing a EUR1.1 billion green syndicated loan to FCC Aqualia for the refinancing of green sustainability projects.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"A&O show the ability to anticipate market trends and the ability to navigate complex financial transactions."
"We found a team with experience and in-depth knowledge and capabilities."
"A&O offers advice not only from a purely theoretical perspective but by providing a practical reflection of the client's needs."
"The deal that was closed with them was particularly tough in terms of timing. The team at A&O handled it extraordinarily well."
"They are quick and efficient and they understand the client very well."
"A&O show the ability to anticipate market trends and the ability to navigate complex financial transactions."
"We found a team with experience and in-depth knowledge and capabilities."
"A&O offers advice not only from a purely theoretical perspective but by providing a practical reflection of the client's needs."
"The deal that was closed with them was particularly tough in terms of timing. The team at A&O handled it extraordinarily well."
"They are quick and efficient and they understand the client very well."
Notable Practitioners
Charles Poole-Warren is a UK-qualified practitioner and is well positioned to advise on the English law aspects of Spanish transactions, assisting with large debt refinancings and ESG-linked loans as well as energy and infrastructure project finance.
"Charles Poole-Warren is a very client-oriented practitioner with a strong commercial vision."
"He's a very technical lawyer."
Ignacio Ruiz-Cámara is a popular choice for lenders seeking assistance with large acquisition finance and debt refinancing mandates.
"Ignacio Ruiz-Cámara is one of the most recognised lawyers in Spain. He combines an undisputable technical capacity with practical, agile advice adapted to the client's needs."
"He is highly experienced, very technical and commercially focused."
Jimena Urretavizcaya has expertise in debt and acquisition finance transactions and is regularly sought after by well-known national and international lenders. She also offers strength in energy and infrastructure-related project financings.
"Jimena goes above and beyond what is expected."
"Jimena is client-centric and pragmatic. She is fast and responsive. She can work under tight deadlines."
"Jimena is always close to clients and aware of the market."
"She is always available to resolve doubts and to give clients the best solutions to close their deals."
Juan Hormaechea is a trusted adviser with a particular focus on the sale and acquisition of NPL portfolios. He has additional expertise in corporate finance deals.
"Juan Hormaechea is a great lawyer."
Salvador Ruiz Bachs regularly advises on various regulatory mandates ranging from online payment platform issues to post-Brexit licensing to complex acquisitions in the banking world. He is a popular choice for distinguished international as well as domestic lenders, e-commerce companies and supervisory bodies.
"Salvador knows a lot, he gives us a lot of confidence."
"Salvador is a great lawyer for regulatory issues."
Vanessa Cuellas regularly acts on nationwide, often renewable energy project finance mandates, where she represents well-known banks as lenders. She also offers expertise in large acquisition finance and debt refinancing instructions.
"The level of delivery and compliance with process milestones are among Vanessa's strongest points."
"She's dedicated, passionate about what she does and always giving her best."
"Vanessa is a rigorous lawyer."
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