With extensive experience handling recapitalisations, delistings, and BME Growth listings, Ramón y Cajal Abogados fields an ECM team that is regularly sought after by listed companies and financial institutions. The practice is jointly steered by Carlos Lao, who has an established practice advising both issuers and underwriters alike, and Lucía García, who is regularly called upon to advise on IPOs and capital increases. Also noted is Pablo Tejerizo Solanilla, described by a client as 'an outstanding professional with a deep knowledge of Spain's regulatory system'.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The capital markets practice at Ramón y Cajal Abogados possesses a unique value proposition, rooted in its combination of deep specialisation and a partner-centric service model. The practice has cultivated one of the most established and dedicated capital markets teams in Spain.'
- ‘I have worked with Pablo Tejerizo, who is an outstanding professional with a deep knowledge of Spain's regulatory system. The involvement of a lawyer like Pablo Tejerizo is an extremely important asset to the firm. He embodies the firm’s philosophy, offering seriousness and professionalism without losing sight of empathy and respect for the client.'
- ‘Excellent collaboration from the firm and adherence to deadlines. Great communication with the other party's firm.’
- ‘Excellent customer service and a friendly approach with the client and other advisors. Special mention to Carlos Lao, Pablo Tejerizo, and Santiago Garcia de Fuentes.’
Key clients
- Colonial
- Eletrobras
- Grenergy
- ORES Germany
- Enerside
- Borges International Group
- Ayco
Work highlights
Advised Colonial, a leader in the European prime office real estate sector, in connection with its €3.5bn cross-border merger with its French listed subsidiary, Société Foncière Lyonnaise (SFL).
Advised Eletrobras, the largest electric utility in Latin America, in connection with the €14.3bn delisting of two classes of shares from Latibex, a European multilateral trading facility for Latin American companies.
Advised Borges International Group in connection with the €80m delisting of Borges Agricultural & Industrial Nuts, a reference player in the European nuts sector.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Carlos Lao; Lucía García
Other key lawyers
Pablo Tejerizo Solanilla; Santiago Garcia de Fuentes