Capital Markets: Debt - Germany
What the team is known for
Latham & Watkins houses highly regarded DCM and ECM teams, allowing a comprehensive coverage across both market segments. The law firm is renowned for its market-leading expertise in high-yield bond deals under both German and New York law. The team also assists with Yankee bonds and continues to advise clients on the offering of convertibles and other equity-linked products. The law firm additionally enjoys an impeccable standing in the ECM market. The top-tier practice advises prominent corporates and underwriting banks on cross-border IPOs, capital increases and rights issues. It is also very experienced in handling dual-track M&A and listing mandates. Latham & Watkins' global network renders it a prime choice for international clients.
Strengths
"The team provided reasonable and realistic quotes at the outset, a high commitment to the budget, and very good value for money because of high service levels."
"Latham & Watkins has a good bench of associates besides hands-on partners."
"The team are both extremely knowledgeable and pragmatic."
"They have very good industry knowledge and understanding for commercial issues."
Work highlights
Latham & Watkins advised CHEPLAPHARM on a EUR550 million investment by Atlantic Park and GIC via a subordinated convertible instrument that will mandatorily convert into ordinary shares.
Notable practitioners
As a leading expert in the DCM world, Rüdiger Malaun is praised for his excellence in complex bond issuances, with a particular strength in high-yield and green bonds. He impresses with his prowess in handling New York law-governed senior secured notes under Rule 144A. "Rüdiger Malaun is the figurehead of Latham's high-yield practice in Germany. He is a star in that area."
