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Linklaters

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Netherlands

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Capital markets: equity

Linklaters‘ capital markets team is capable of handling a variety of high-value equity-linked transactions for a client base of high-profile corporates and financial institutions. Practice head Alexander Harmse ’stands out for his hands-on approach’ and is regularly called upon by a host of investment banks. Harme is highly experienced in advising the underwriters on significant big-ticket IPOs, demonstrating a deep familiarity with complex, cross-border deals. Other key lawyers in the team include Xu Wang, who is highly sought-after on equity offerings and other equity-linked transactions.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The team at Linklaters stands out for its ability to run the largest and most complex international deals.'
  • 'Their experience in multi-jurisdictional deals is second to none and they are able to pull it off seamlessly and efficiently.'
  • 'Their solution-driven mindset and consistency in delivering results all contribute to the team being one of our top picks for the Dutch and cross-border market.’
  • ‘Alexander Harmse stands out for his hands-on approach on every deal, no matter the size, and he brings vast experience paired with a remarkable memory. He is truly one of the leading names in the Dutch market.'
  • 'Xu Wang has built a strong track record and is an expert in her own right.'
  • 'A safe pair of hands for any deal and a great team to work with on a day-to-day basis.'
  • 'They are able to blend professionalism with camaraderie which sets them apart from their competitors.’

Work highlights

Advised the underwriting syndicate on the €2.3bn IPO of CVC Capital Partners plc.
Advised the underwriting syndicate on the €140m IPO of Theon International PLC.
Advising Unilever plc and The Magnum Ice Cream Company N.V. on the proposed spin-off of Unilever’s ice cream business and the planned listings on Euronext Amsterdam, the London Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Alexander Harmse
Alexander Harmse
Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Xu Wang
Xu Wang
Practice head

Alexander Harmse

Other key lawyers

Xu Wang

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