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Capital Markets: Structured Finance - France
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Band 3
What the Team is Known For

Herbert Smith Freehills has an active DCM practice advising on Euro PPs, EMTN programmes and bond issuances. The law firm acts predominantly for issuers, including high-profile French corporates. The practice also advises on securitisation matters, including non-performing loan portfolio transactions. The team frequently handles mandates in collaboration with other European offices from the network, notably the Frankfurt and London offices.

Work Highlights

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  • Herbert Smith Freehills advised Groupe Aéroport de Paris on the setting up of its EUR10 billion EMTN programme and its registration with the AMF.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Louis de Longeaux
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Band 3

Louis de Longeaux is sought after by issuers on mandates linked to private placements, bond issuances and EMTN programmes.

"He is really good at what he does. He is always calm and available, and he takes the time to answer my queries; it is a really good relationship. I trust him a lot."

"I am very happy with his work and the commercial relations."

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Vincent Hatton
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Band 3

Vincent Hatton is recognised for his expertise in structured finance matters, including trade receivables securitisations.

"Vincent has a very personal touch, which is appreciated, without sacrificing his technical expertise."

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Herbert Smith Freehills

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Capital Markets: Debt

3
Louis de Longeaux
3
Band 3
Capital Markets: Structured Finance

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Vincent Hatton
3
Band 3