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Chambers Review

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Capital Markets: Debt - Germany
2
Band 2
What the team is known for

Covering the entirety of the capital market, White & Case is an attractive choice for clients seeking strong legal advice and cross-border capabilities. Its DCM practice is frequently mandated for strategically important issues, such as advising state entities, bookrunners and energy companies on ESG-related bonds. The team is also well versed in assisting with high-yield bonds and Rule 144A issues. The law firm exhibits further strength in structured finance, advising on cross-border synthetic and NPL securitisations, ABS transactions and loan portfolio investments. White & Case's holistic offering is completed by its expertise in ECM deals, which includes experience in capital increases and IPOs.

Work Highlights

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  • White & Case advised the managers, including BNP Paribas, BofA Securities and Commerzbank, on Vonovia's issuance of one social bond and one green bond with an aggregate value of EUR1.5 billion.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Dennis Heuer
2
Dennis Heuer
2
Band 2

Dennis Heuer rises in the rankings on the back of excellent client feedback, strong work highlights and increased market standing. He specialises in international structured finance mandates, including auto loan, NPL and synthetic securitisations. Heuer also advises on asset-backed financings in the mid-market segment. His clientele comprises well-known banks and financial investors as well as corporates and startups.

"Dennis Heuer impressed us with his outstanding technical expertise, very high levels of availability, the speed at which he worked, as well as his negotiation skills, which made us feel well represented."

"I would always wholeheartedly recommend Dennis Heuer. He is plausible, can discuss things with flexible solutions and pushes things forward in the transaction."

"I really value Dennis Heuer and have always had excellent experiences with him."

Karsten Wöckener
2
Karsten Wöckener
2
Band 2

Karsten Wöckener is reputed for his experience in green bond issuances, often advising prominent energy companies, public entities and lead managers. He complements this strong offering with his expertise in sovereign bonds, exchangeable registered notes and Schuldschein transactions. Wöckener has particular strength in mandates involving Austria.

"I've had exclusively positive experiences with Karsten Wöckener, who has a very competent and solution-oriented way of working."

"What stands out about Karsten Wöckener is his well-founded knowledge of both the legal nuances and the market conditions."

Gernot Wagner
4
Gernot Wagner
4
Band 4

Gernot Wagner is known for his expertise in high-yield bond transactions. Clients benefit from his cross-border strength, particularly in relation to the USA, where he is admitted to practice in New York.

"With Gernot Wagner, White & Case has a strong position in the high-yield bonds area."

"Gernot Wagner provides a top service and is very experienced and technically skilled."

"I highly recommend Gernot Wagner, who is constructive when dealing with the other side and works to solve problems in a pragmatic way."

Rebecca Emory
4
Rebecca Emory
4
Band 4

Issuers and lead managers alike appreciate Rebecca Emory for her strength in handling bond issuances, with a particular focus on high-yield transactions. Clients additionally benefit from her experience in ECM deals, such as rights issues and IPOs. Being admitted to the New York Bar, she is well positioned to advise on mandates involving the USA.

"I appreciate not only her extremely deep technical expertise but the coupled ability to manage complex transactions smoothly."

"What distinguishes Rebecca Emory from competitors is her excellent commercial understanding and her view of the big picture."

"She provides top service and is very experienced and technically skilled."

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Camilla Kehler-Weiß
U
Up and Coming

Counsel Camilla Kehler-Weiß assists with IPOs and dual-track transactions, with further expertise in rights issuances and convertible bonds.

"Camilla Kehler-Weiß is highly talented and experienced and very pleasant to work with."

"We always enjoy working with Camilla Kehler-Weiß, whose service levels as well as awareness of the commercial side are very strong."

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Germany

Capital Markets: Debt

Karsten Wöckener
2
Karsten Wöckener
2
Band 2
Gernot Wagner
4
Gernot Wagner
4
Band 4
Rebecca Emory
4
Rebecca Emory
4
Band 4
Capital Markets: Equity

Rebecca Emory
4
Rebecca Emory
4
Band 4
U
Camilla Kehler-Weiß
U
Up and Coming
Capital Markets: Structured Finance

Dennis Heuer
2
Dennis Heuer
2
Band 2