Banking & Finance: Financial Services Regulation

As one of Spain's leading banking and finance law firms, Cuatrecasas regularly handles large and highly complex mandates for its prestigious clientele comprising Spanish corporates, capital funds and banking syndicates. The practice has a proven track record of representing debtors in major refinancing and debt restructuring matters, with additional experience acting for lenders and financial sponsors. Cuatrecasas is particularly renowned for its excellence in infrastructure and energy project financings across Spain. The firm has further expertise in NPL transactions and corporate financings. The highly regarded fund formation team sits within a broader financial services regulatory practice that advises on M&A deals, the establishment of local branches of European entities or the launch of new products as well as cryptocurrencies. Due to its presence in the UK and Latin America, Cuatrecasas is particularly well positioned to assist with international mandates.

"Cuatrecasas have provided deep expertise in every topic analysed. The dedicated team runs thoroughly through the issues and ramifications, offering an unbiased, reasoned and weighted conclusion."

"They're very good lawyers capable of working on complex and difficult transactions."

"The team are very skilled and talented, not only at the top level but also at the intermediate levels."

Cuatrecasas assisted a syndicate of banks in providing the refinancing of Tendam's EUR300 million bond issuance and a EUR305 million sustainability-linked financing.

Fernando Bernad advises Spanish corporates and capital funds on debt refinancing and syndicated lending deals. He complements his offering with his expertise in project finance mandates, especially those in the energy sector. "Fernando Bernad has an unparalleled level of knowledge, commercial acumen and experience dealing with the most complex financing structures." "He's capable of managing complex situations and discussions extremely well."

Jorge Canta advises notable corporates and financial service providers on a broad spectrum of matters relating to banking and finance regulation including payment service agreements and digital platforms. "Jorge Canta has a deep knowledge of the subject." "He knows the regulatory aspects nationally and internationally. He thinks out of the box."

Agustín Cerdá rises in the rankings as a result of strong market support. He is recognised for his role in nationwide energy project finance mandates, where he acts on behalf of lenders and borrowers alike. "Agustín Cerdá is a practitioner of great technical quality and offers very good attention to his clients." "He is one of the people who know the most about technical, complex contracts in the project finance sector."

Fernando Mínguez is a trusted adviser to Spanish banks and financial service providers due to his expertise in the regulatory assessment of corporate transactions. His expertise also encompasses cryptocurrency regulation and fintech advice. "He has the ability to focus very quickly." "He is very fast and agile in answering. This is very valuable."

Héctor Bros has extensive experience in complex finance matters, especially those involving the refinancing of debt and corporate transactions as well as energy-related finance deals. Being admitted as a solicitor in England and Wales makes him a good choice for cross-border mandates. He is based in Barcelona.

Highly regarded practitioner Rafael Mínguez advises Spanish clients on their corporate financing-related matters. "Rafael Mínguez has the ability to transmit ideas to financial institutions. His communication with the banks is very good."

Íñigo Rubio is appreciated for his expertise in refinancings and acquisitions as well as project finance mandates, acting for both borrowers and investors. "His empathy with the business is extraordinary." "Iñigo listens and understands his clients' needs and manages the negotiations very well."

Cristóbal Cotta acts on large financing mandates, acting for prestigious investors.

London-based banking and finance practitioner Ignacio Buil regularly assists funds and bondholders with the refinancing of debt and corporate restructuring.

Co-managing partner of Cuatrecasas' Mexico City office León López Iglesias regularly advises bondholders and notable corporates on debt restructuring and acquisition financing.