The financial markets practice group at Simmons & Simmons stands out for being an ‘excellent team with great execution skills and knowledge’. The team is a go-to advisor among asset management companies, private equity firms and property investors. Ivo van Dijk heads the practice and is noted for his strength in cross-border incremental facilities, real estate refinancings and credit agreements. Emrecan Karacaoglu is adept at handling sustainability-linked loans and multi-jurisdictional debt financing mandates.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team possesses a deep understanding of the transactions, consistently delivers high-quality service, and always seeks the most efficient approach to achieving results.’
- ‘The practice takes a highly collaborative and proactive approach, fostering a way of working that feels like a true partnership.’
- ‘Excellent team with great execution skills and relevant knowledge.’
Key clients
- Gilde Equity Management Luiten van der Valk Vinken Vastgoed Hiltermann Lease Groep Stoneweg Asset Management SA MTD Holding B.V. Cavotec SA Freepoint Commodities Axiom Partners
Work highlights
Advised Gilde Equity Management in relation to a €108m and $21m senior secured facilities agreement for the acquisition of the Dunlop Group and the refinancing of existing financial indebtedness of the Dunlop Group.
Advised MTD in relation to a €22.5m facilities agreement for its working capital.
Assisting Hiltermann Lease Group with their banking and asset-backed financing transactions, providing tailored legal support for their complex financial arrangements.
Practice head
Ivo van Dijk
Other key lawyers
Emrecan Karacaoglu; Kristina Samardzic