Hogan Lovells International LLP is highly proficient in handling transactional and regulatory work, in both the debt capital markets and finance segments. The team handles a wide range of mandates, including syndicated lending, leveraged and acquisition finance, real estate finance and bond issuances. The team is additionally skilled in advising on fund formation and structuring. Practice head Philip Van Steenwinkel is a highly sought-after transactional expert, with noted experience in asset-based lending and debt capital markets issuances.
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Testimonials
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- ‘They are reliable, pragmatic, and commercially minded lawyers who focus on what truly matters to their clients. They are also a pleasant and constructive team to work with.’
- ‘In my experience, they approach matters with professionalism and a clear understanding of the commercial context.’
- ‘Great collaboration with Philip Van Steenwinkel and his team, who is at the same time knowledgeable and pragmatic.’
- ‘Outstanding knowledge, expertise and skills.’
- ‘Dedicated team, focused and accessible.’
- ‘I like working with Alexander Tanguy. He's deal-oriented and pragmatic.’
Key clients
- Permira
- Apollo
- Ardian
- Partners Group
- ICG
- KBC
- Belfius
- ING
- BNP Paribas Fortis
- Commerzbank
- Goldman Sachs
- Blackrock
Work highlights
Assisted ICG on their first two real estate financing operations in Belgium.
Represented Euroclear Investments in respect of its consent solicitation for its €600m Notes issuance due 2026 and the substitution of Euroclear Investments by Euroclear Holding as issuer of 3 issuances (2030, 2048 and 2051) in the context of a reorganisation of the Euroclear group structure.
Represented Permira, Ardian and Partners Group on the Hg-back investment structure in Induver and Clover.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Philip Van Steenwinkel
Other key lawyers
Alexander Tanguy; Charles-Henri Bernard