Capital Markets: Equity - Spain
What the team is known for
Cuatrecasas houses a well-reputed capital markets team with capabilities in both debt and equity transactions. The team regularly handles large IPOs, private placements and share listings, acting for Spanish and international real estate developers and international manufacturers as well as coordinators and underwriters. Cuatrecasas demonstrates additional prowess in handling DCM mandates ranging from bond and note issuances to commercial paper programmes. The law firm also has particular expertise in securitisation-related mandates including the setting up of securitisation funds and bonds. It leverages established relationships with local counsel in other European jurisdictions to advise on cross-border mandates.
Strengths
"Cuatrecasas have unparalleled knowledge of the local market in Spain."
"It is a proactive firm that facilitates the work and provides solutions to the issues that may concern us."
"There is excellent internal coordination within the firm to provide a comprehensive answer to their clients."
"They give us confidence. Our more complex questions are managed by them."
Work highlights
Cuatrecasas advised RCI Banque as the originator on the securitisation of a portfolio of auto loans valued at EUR1.227 billion.
Notable practitioners
Jaime De la Torre offers particular expertise in the intersection of securitisation and DCM mandates, regularly advising financial institutions and investors as well as corporates on the establishment of ABS funds, bond issuances and securitisation transactions. "He is always proactive and is aware of the interests of the client." "He is commercial, technically excellent and always available."
Juan Aguayo is held in high esteem for his expertise across various capital market transactions, with a particular focus on ECM mandates. He is regularly sought after by well-known Spanish corporates and financial institutions for capital increases, IPOs and share listings. "He has the confidence of all the board members."
José Luis Rodríguez advises coordinators and issuers on equity capital markets transactions including share transactions and capital increases. "He is extremely pragmatic and easy to get along with. He's always looking out for the best interest of clients and is a solid negotiator."
Miguel Cruz continues to grow his presence on capital markets matters. He handles securitisation transactions. "What I appreciate most is his good technical knowledge of complex finance instruments. On the personal level, he's accessible and agreeable to work with." "It's easy to find solutions with him. He's sensible and collegiate when negotiating the deals." "Miguel has the ability to manage obstacles in operations and solve them in the most efficient and optimal way."