Capital Markets: Equity

Ashurst's renowned team of capital markets specialists advise on the full range of debt and equity offerings. The group enjoys strong relationships with leading investment banks and also provides extensive support to issuer clients. Offers expertise in high-value IPOs, secondary capital raises and a wide range of DCM transactions including corporate and sovereign bonds and emerging market bonds. Its also sought after for its experience on block trades and reverse takeovers.

"Ashurst provides consistently good, commercial advice in respect of main market transactions."

"They offer comprehensive professional advice covering all aspects of high-yield."

"Ashurst have excellent levels of service and responsiveness, they are always attentive and are available when needed."

Ashurst advised J.P. Morgan Securities as sponsor to ASOS in connection with its admission to the London Stock Exchange.

Nicholas Holmes is recognised for his mastery in handling equity transactions, such as IPOs and listings. He is also adept at advising clients on share issuances in the context of corporate finance transactions. "Nicholas was very helpful throughout the transaction and was happy to discuss complex issues." "He's first rate in how he represents issuers and banks. The partner level of attention that you get from him is superb." "Nicholas is thorough and understands his client's concerns, meaning he provides clear, relevant advice."

Alex Biles is widely recognised for his work on infrastructure financings and project bonds. He frequently represents issuers and banks. "Alex is very approachable, easy to deal with, highly commercial and knowledgeable." "He's extremely pragmatic and client-friendly. He's also very reactive and easy to speak with."

Anna Delgado heads Ashurst's debt capital markets practice. She is recognised for her work on green bonds and MTN programmes, although she has a broad practice and capably advises on matters across the space. "Anna is absolutely pivotal to their team, clients are never concerned about her advice and trust her wholly." "Anna is a good lawyer who is highly capable."

Simon Bullock sits within the firm's corporate practice and maintains a particular focus on IPOs, rights issues and equity placings. "Simon is an excellent UK lawyer with high levels of knowledge of both the Main Market and AIM. He is commercial and has high levels of service." "He's a really good lawyer who is highly technical and excellent at his craft."