Capital markets: Debt in Spain

‘A&O has an exceptional and always attentive team. Industry savvy and available.’

‘Alfonso Gutierrez is a top professional who working with is always very easy. A&O stands out for its knowledge and its proximity, with few national firms that can compete with them.’

‘I worked with this team on securitization transactions. The team is excellent and has a very strong knowledge of the securitization product.’

‘The team has a global view of the securitization product.’

‘The Clifford Chance Madrid legal team led by Yolanda Azanza is one of the best teams of lawyers in Europe specialized in capital markets. The quality of their service is excellent, as are their mastery and vast experience in conducting debt transactions.’

‘Compare favourably with their peers for their experience, knowledge and closeness.’

‘Yolanda Azanza: closeness, availability, security, experience.’

‘Garrigues is a leading firm in fixed income issues.’

‘Experience, quality and personalized treatment. Of the team I highlight mainly Gonzalo García Fuertes and Marta López-Brea.’

‘It is a senior team with a lot of experience, which allows you to reduce the time to market of projects since they understand from the beginning the structure to be created.’

‘GA_P is a wonder law firm. From the beginning to the closure of our matter, we have received complete and concrete assistance from our law firm. It is very important to have a great partner in your journey through capital market and definitely GA_P is the right one.’

‘Guillermo Guerra Martin is a wonderful professional, company oriented consultant and the right partner for a capital markets strategy.’

‘As strengths, full availability, with a deep knowledge of regulatory issues on what stands out.’

‘In particular I’d highlight Carolina Albuerne: Deep regulatory knowledge constantly updated.’

‘The approach to legal issues is thoroughly researched and firmly based in sound scholarship, but it is carried out with a straightforward business-like and practical mindset. Lengthy discussions about theoretical matters do not impede a clear-eyed view of the bottom line and what the client’s interests really are.’

‘Their involvement with the client, integration in the internal team, dedication and attention to detail make it especially positive to work with them. In a small company like ours, the Uría team often assumes functions that go beyond mere external advice. For all intents and purposes, they become one of the team, greatly facilitating the development of operations and being of extraordinary value. Enrique Nieto stands out for his great knowledge of the market and operations, as well as for his total dedication and excellent client service.’

‘Highly qualified team with wide and deep knowledge of the area they manage. They have a lot of experience and it makes them able to offer acceptable solutions for the client, as well as anticipating possible setbacks that may arise in the operation. Great motivation and ability to understand client needs. Additionally, the capital markets team relies on the rest of the firm’s areas to give comfort to clients regarding the commercial, tax, labour, etc. implications of the operation.’

‘The firm offers a high understanding of the client’s needs, they know how to anticipate and look for practical and efficient solutions. They are able to reason the feedback they give to the client without having to adhere strictly to the literality of the law. They always look for a way to close the deal satisfactorily, without giving up. The client feels appreciated and safe from the advice received. An outstanding partner is Enrique Nieto.’

‘In-depth knowledge of the sector and the organizations involved. Means and availability to assume matters. Quick and efficient reporting and management.’

‘Enrique Nieto, Alvaro Lopez: Complete disposition to assume and resolve new issues. Total accessibility of those responsible for the client. Deep knowledge of regulations and the sector.’

‘Very client-focused and efficient.’

‘Carlos Lao García is a very distinguished lawyer who has deep market-knowledge.’

‘The RyC Capital Markets team has ample experience in this matter and has members who know from within the operation of the CNMC itself, which is very beneficial in order to adapt specific advice with a forward-looking perspective in order to mitigate the possible risks that may arise later. In addition, the RyC team carries out didactic work in exposing complex matters that can be difficult to understand for lawyers who do not have the necessary expertise in this specialty.’

‘Carlos Lao and Alfonso Cárcamo have guaranteed the level of excellence of the advisory services provided during the last year at all times. They have been able to perfectly understand the needs of our internal client and adapt the advice, so I would highlight their proximity and ability to carry out the analysis of the specific case from the business perspective.’

‘The lawyers who assist us are the greatest plus and the reason that undoubtedly keeps us at Ramón y Cajal’s office, and their qualities are determined by punctuality and precision in deadlines, knowledge of legal regulations, involvement and breakdown of our entity and basically the cordial and affable treatment, which is always reflected in a high quality report. I want to highlight Miguel Sánchez and Andrés Mas.’

‘Dedication and hard work, attention to detail and love of excellence are the defining characteristics of the team.’

‘Yoko Takagi is a person in whom you know that you can leave an issue, she is responsible, technical and hard-working.’

‘I think they are dedicated, brilliant at executing short deadlines and knowledgeable in both international and domestic law. They are a very impressive firm with extremely good individuals. Their practice is very wide, having experience representing both issuers and financial institutions which provides them with a great insight. They work as a true one stop shop, they have real onsite English, Spanish and US capabilities. That you could only find it in Madrid if you work with White & Case.’

‘Yoko Takagi is definitely the lawyer you want on your side. She is super smart, bright, technical and practical. She is the one you need on complex deals. Also, she brings imaginative solutions, new perspectives. She has everything under control. She provides strategic advice as she knows the law inside and out as well as great knowledge of the market and our business. Great for project bonds in the infrastructure and energy world, great deal of experience in cross border transactions!’

‘Very strong team covering a wide range of products, corporate bond, regulatory capital, hybrid bonds, convertibles, a very powerful in project bonds. I am amazed by the capable proactive, reliable and efficient team. I think the key to the success is that the team is lead by Yoko Takagi, who is a smart, very hands on partner that always finds a satisfactory solution for all stakeholders, imaginative problem solver and capable of finding the best workable, technical and commercial solution. An invaluable asset to have in your team.’

‘Yoko Takagi is just one of a kind. She provides superb quality service and strategic service. She is the smartest at the table, unravels the complex, able to distil the most complex of issues into digestible and solvable solutions and is very commercial. She always has the clients interest at heart. She is calm and measured. We always come away feeling completely reassured. Also, extremely well respected and regarded by the market and for good reason.’

‘Total satisfaction with the work carried out by the WFW team, both for their knowledge in the matter, and for their attention and involvement.’

‘I would highlight its high level of qualification and ability to resolve incidents, as well as its personal attention and treatment. I would like to specifically mention the lawyers Juan Vicente Barquilla and Rodrigo Berasategui.’

‘Deep knowledge of the market and its standards and mechanisms. Negotiation skills with lenders. Empathy with all parties to seek agreements.’

‘Rodrigo Berasategui is a true number 1 in Spain. A lot of knowledge, a lot of experience, a lot of relational skills and a lot of empathy to solve problems. He is one of those who solves problems, does not create them. Very pro-deal.’