Banking & Finance
Europe Guide 2024 : Spain
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Linklaters houses a top-tier banking and finance practice with excellent bench strength. The department is heavily involved in leveraged buyouts and refinancing transactions, and often advises large lending syndicates or financial sponsors on high-value finance transactions. The department additionally assists with the negotiation of credit facilities that incorporate sustainability targets for borrowers. Furthermore, Linklaters assists major Spanish corporates with various transactions ranging from the refinancing of debt through to new project finance transactions in the renewable energy sector. The law firm complements its services with its expertise in standalone regulatory mandates for banks and financial services companies, advising on EU-wide regulations, compliance in M&A matters and market entries. The team is also active in project finance.
Work Highlights
- Linklaters advised the lenders on a EUR2.5 billion syndicated sustainable loan provided to Iberdrola.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They do not limit themselves to the standard legal response. They commercially understand the bigger picture and propose the best possible solution."
"Linklaters Madrid show a steadfast commitment to their banking clients with exceptional responsiveness levels."
"They have great expertise in structuring financing that is out of the ordinary and adapt to the needs of the company."
"They are very clear and concise. They identify the points that interest us and focus on the important ones. The presentation and format are very clear and organised. It reads very comfortably."
"They do not limit themselves to the standard legal response. They commercially understand the bigger picture and propose the best possible solution."
"Linklaters Madrid show a steadfast commitment to their banking clients with exceptional responsiveness levels."
"They have great expertise in structuring financing that is out of the ordinary and adapt to the needs of the company."
"They are very clear and concise. They identify the points that interest us and focus on the important ones. The presentation and format are very clear and organised. It reads very comfortably."
Notable Practitioners
Global co-head of Linklaters' banking group Ben Crosse is admitted to the Bar in Spain and England & Wales. He is particularly sought after to handle debt refinancing and restructuring, project financing for energy mandates, and acquisition financing.
"Ben Crosse is creative and able to find a compromise between stakeholders."
"He generated comfort, which is what one looks for in a partner."
"His high expertise in financing is accompanied by remarkable empathy. He is always calm and confident."
Renowned practitioner Juan Barona is held in high esteem for his incredible breadth of expertise in complex acquisition finance mandates, acting for capital funds and prestigious banks. He also demonstrates experience in refinancing of debt and renewable energy finance projects.
Paloma Fierro is a highly sought-after adviser due to her expertise in a broad range of financial services regulatory matters, including market entries, M&A-related regulatory advice and liaising with relevant regulatory bodies.
"Paloma Fierro's technical expertise and sound judgement make her a true trusted adviser."
"We are very happy with her expertise and support."
Begoña Martínez is recognised for her assistance with complex acquisition finance and debt restructuring mandates, where she acts for prestigious lenders and borrowers.
"Her level of commitment is total. She stands out for her empathy in working with different kinds of people. This makes things much easier. She transmits peace of mind and security."
"Begoña Martínez is an extremely supportive lawyer with steadfast commitment and very strong commercial awareness."
Francisco Sainz-Trápaga regularly assists with complex transactions including refinancings, credit facilities and acquisition finance projects.
"He's very proactive and has delivered a very orderly process."
Ranked Lawyers at
Linklaters
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