Capital Markets: Debt

King & Wood Mallesons is a pre-eminent full-service law firm offering comprehensive expertise across the full gamut of capital markets issues. The law firm handles complex hybrid securities mandates and is particularly renowned for the depth of its debt practice, advising on complex and innovative debt products from kangaroo, green and social to blockchain bonds. The equity capital markets team is known for its strong capabilities handling complex IPOs, block trades and secondary offerings.King & Wood Mallesons demonstrates considerable ability in complex cross-border matters, particularly those involving the USA and China.

"The team is fantastic in delivering everything we ask for. They understand business requirements and operate as a very professional firm."

"Their legal advice is first rate and their documentation and drafting of complex issues is outstanding. On numerous occasions they have delivered solutions to complex issues on tight timeframes."

King & Wood Mallesons advised APA on its AUD875 million equity capital raising, comprising a placement and security purchase plan.

KWM also advised ING and Citibank as arrangers of a cross-border Korean social credit card securitisation for Lotte Card Co.

David Friedlander is a leading figure for ECM matters who often acts for clients on placements and IPOs. "David brings it all to the table and is my trusted advisor." "David Friedlander is an outstanding negotiator."

Ian Edmonds-Wilson is a leading securitisation lawyer and often represents financiers and borrowers in relation to the establishment of securitisation structures. "Ian is a leading expert with a deep understanding of the industry and our business. His advice is greatly valued and his ability to manage complex matters involving multiple parties is unrivalled." "Ian Edmonds-Wilson is the best in the market from an expertise, quality of service and commercial awareness perspective." "Ian Edmonds-Wilson's advice is greatly valued and his ability to manage complex matters involving multiple parties and moving parts is unrivalled."

Ian Paterson is noted for the depth of his experience acting on major DCM matters. He acts for financial institutions in relation to a variety of debt raisings, bond offerings and note issuances.

Philip Harvey is a highly-regarded lawyer who is noted for his work assisting clients with the issuance of bonds and the establishment of note programmes. "Phil is fantastic. He is responsive and explains answers to our questions in a very easy-to-understand way."

Anne-Marie Neagle is a well-regarded practitioner who often acts for financial services providers in relation to structured finance and derivatives transactions. "Anne-Marie is a leader in the field and provides excellent guidance in highly technical areas." "Working with Anne-Marie Neagle is a great experience."

Paul Smith acts for a varied clientele, including issuers, originators, managers and arrangers of transactions. He is highly experienced in relation to securitisation and structured finance matters, advising clients on the establishment of securitisation structures and the issuance of asset-backed securities.

Paul McBride is highly regarded for his practice focusing on securitisation, derivatives and structured products. Based in Brisbane, he maintains an international practice, building on his previous experience working in Hong Kong to continue to act for international clients, particularly those in China and South Korea. "Paul McBride offers very good and relevant commercial advice." "Paul McBride is very commercial and offers a compromise between the legal and practical in his advice."

Amanda Isouard is respected for her knowledge and expertise in equity capital markets transactions and is sought as issuer counsel by an array of prominent Australian clients. "Amanda is very knowledgeable and very thorough."

Joseph Muraca is an established practitioner who demonstrates expertise with regard to equity capital raisings.