Pérez-Llorca is well positioned to advise a broad range of clients, including issuers, investors, and underwriters, on ECM work, including IPOs, public M&A transactions, and regulatory issues involving listed companies. Javier Gómez, the firm's resident partner in New York, is experienced in listings, public offers and capital increases for listed companies. Carlos Mercadal is another name to note for IPOs, capital increases and corporate governance of listed companies. Former practice head Teresa Méndez is no longer at the firm.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Javier Gómez is a very reliable professional. Always available and ready to provide the proper feedback taking into account the client's goals and expectations.’
- ‘The capital markets team at Pérez-Llorca stands out for its excellence, strong internal coordination, and dedicated client support. They anticipate client needs, providing personalised guidance and advice while always considering the client's business perspective. They offer a comprehensive, 360-degree service.’
- ‘They anticipate potential problems, coordinate operations, and work with as many departments and jurisdictions as necessary. They provide both technical and practical solutions; it's a pleasure to work with them.’
- ‘The team is uniquely structured to absorb fluctuations in workload while maintaining consistently high standards. Clients benefit from comprehensive coverage of all aspects of their matters, delivered with both strategic oversight and efficient execution. Compared to other firms, the practice stands out for its flexibility, responsiveness, and collaborative approach.’
- ‘Javier Gómez has great commercial awareness, coupled with superior legal expertise.’
Key clients
- Catalana Occidente
- CVC
- Quadpack Industries
- Iberpapel Gestión
- Obrascón Huarte Laín
- Esseco Industrial
- Distribuidora Internacional de Alimentación
- Alquiler Seguro Asset Market SOCIMI
- Retex
- HBX Group
Work highlights
Advising Grupo Catalana Occidente (GCO) in the context of a voluntary tender offer launched by Inocsa over the 37.97% of GCO’s share capital that it does not already own.
Advised OHLA, a leading Spanish construction and infrastructure group, on a capital increase of up to €150m, ultimately executed in two tranches.
Advising Distribuidora Internacional de Alimentación, S.A. (DIA) on the €885m financing agreement entered into between DIA and a syndicate of leading banks and investment funds.
Other key lawyers
Javier Gómez; Carlos Mercadal; Andrea Zubiaga