Leveraging its international network and broad client offering, Dentons’ banking and finance team is regularly instructed by a wide range of multinational corporations and international banks. The group’s recent work spans sustainable finance, structured finance, and restructurings. The department is led by Jabier Badiola, who advises on export, asset, and real estate finance. Luis Belart focuses on the financing of sustainable projects, while Ignacio Fernández regularly acts for credit institutions, private equity funds, and sponsors in cross-border financing deals, most notably asset finance.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Dentons is one of the firms we have collaborated with for years in the finance area. They stand out for their technical expertise, the consistency of their results, and the composure with which they handle complex transactions. They are a safe bet: they inspire confidence and never let us down.'
- 'Ignacio Fernández is a true problem solver. He combines excellent technical expertise with a proactive and decisive attitude, contributing rigour, agility, and a practical vision that is crucial for successfully completing even the most complex transactions.'
- ‘The Dentons team is incredibly helpful and always available to provide extremely detailed feedback and support for any queries we may have. It's impressive how they always have a dedicated expert in a specific area, along with an excellent level of experience and knowledge from the rest of the team.'
- ‘Luis Belart is an incredible professional who stands out for his knowledge and professionalism. He is always well-informed, helpful, expert, and has impeccable manners.’
- ‘The professionals. Their availability and proactivity in finding solutions, especially Ignacio Fernández.’
- ‘Not only do the partners possess a high level of professionalism, but the intermediate teams are also very good and show an excellent willingness to help.’
Key clients
- Banco Santander, S.A.
- Acciona S.A.
- SFI Markets B.V.
- Deutsche Bank AG
- Arganda Residential Leasehold S.A.
- UniCredit Bank AG
- Peninsula Petroleum Ltd.
- Banco de Sabadell, S.A.
- Alantra Partners, S.A.
- ING Bank NV, Sucursal en España
- PGIM Inc. (Pricoa Private Capital)
- Inparsa Real Estate S.L.
Work highlights
Advised a syndicate of major financial institutions on a high-value, multijurisdictional transaction involving the conversion and sale of convertible bonds issued by Grupo Empresarial SANDO.
Advised Acciona and SFI Markets on a €160m financing and a $140m Green Facility Agreement to develop projects aimed at reducing CO2 emissions and promoting sustainable growth in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
Advised the existing lenders in relation to Swiss Life Grizzly refinancing transaction in connection with Eliance Group.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Jabier Badiola
Other key lawyers
Luis Belart; Ignacio Fernández