A&O Shearman
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A&O Shearman fields a robust banking and finance practice, recognised for its work on high-value and high-profile mandates for a broad range of international and domestic commercial banks, as well as private equity firms and multinational corporations. The team has extensive experience across a wide spectrum of matters, including project, acquisition, real estate financing, as well as debt restructuring. Practice head Ignacio Ruiz-Cámara specialises in leveraged finance, infrastructure financing and restructurings, while Jimena Urretavizcaya is a recognised authority on real estate and project finance transactions. Juan Hormaechea excels in debt restructuring and structured finance deals, while English law-qualified Charles Poole-Warren is a go-to adviser for a wide range of financial institutions, funds and corporates. Vanessa Cuellas continues to advise clients in the infrastructure and energy sectors, and Sara Sanz regularly works on syndicated financings.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The firm's level of specialisation, responsiveness, and collaborative culture with in-house legal teams are key differentiators.’
- ‘It is a pleasure to work with both Juan Hormaechea and Jimena Urretavizcaya; they have a great proactive and strategic approach and are committed to quality, speed, and clarity in communication.’
Key clients
- Banco Santander
- Morgan Stanley
Work highlights
Advised Iberdrola on the green financing for its East Anglia Three offshore wind farm for €4.1bn with 24 banks.


