A range of issuers and financial institutions regularly turn to Baker McKenzie's 'exceptional team' in Spain for advice on high-end capital markets mandates, including equity transactions. Practice head Fernando Torrente, a seasoned practitioner with over 30 years' experience in ECM, has a strong track record advising corporations and investment banks on IPOs, follow-on offerings, and corporate governance. The practice also benefits from the expertise of Carlos Martín, who is regarded for his skills in capital increases, IPOs, and debt offerings.
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Testimonials
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'Exceptional team from a technical point of view, reinforced by recent additions.'
- 'Partners with extraordinary technical preparation and exquisite treatment. The two partners in charge of this practice area stand out: Carlos Martin and Fernando Torrente.'
Key clients
- Adient Ltd.
- All Iron RE Socimi
- Alquiber Quality, S.A.
- Andbank, S.A.
- Banco Santander
- Credit Suisse
- Deutsche Bank
- Euskaltel, S.A.
- Goldman Sachs
- Grifols
Work highlights
Advised Grifols, S.A.’s audit committee on the situation caused by shortseller Gotham CityResearch’s report on accounting irregularities and transactions with related parties
Advised Minor International Company Limited on the potential process of de-listing of NHHotel Group, S.A. and all capital markets aspects of its further acquisitions of shares of NH inthe Spanish Stock Exchange.
Advising MASPV Energy on its ongoing process of capital raising and upcoming listing on Nasdaq by way of an initial public offering of new shares.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Fernando Torrente
Other key lawyers
Carlos Martin