Capital Markets
Europe Guide 2024 : Belgium
Band 1
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The firm houses a renowned practice advising on a wide range of capital markets mandates. The law firm possesses a high capability in handling DCM transactions, assisting clients with securitisation programmes and the issuance of debt instruments. It also assists clients with ECM matters, including public offerings and private placements. Allen & Overy acts mostly for large European banks. On 1st May 2024, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling merged to form A&O Shearman.
Work Highlights
- The team advised Argenta Spaarbank on its EUR7.5 billion covered bonds programme.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm has innovative lawyers who work pragmatically and thoughtfully, putting clients' interests first without losing sight of the final objective of the transaction."
"The firm has innovative lawyers who work pragmatically and thoughtfully, putting clients' interests first without losing sight of the final objective of the transaction."
Notable Practitioners
Sylvia Kierszenbaum has a market-leading practice focused on debt capital market transactions, assisting financial sector clients with bond programmes and securitisation transactions.
"Sylvia Kierszenbaum is a market-leading figure, a specialist in advising banks and issuers on debt capital market transactions with the aim of obtaining the optimal outcome for her clients."
Sophie Rutten has a strong practice advising on equity capital market transactions. She assists with private placements and delistings, representing both corporate clients and financial institutions.