Noted for its ‘ability to anticipate and mitigate risks’, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP is a trusted adviser to blue-chip companies from the energy, financial services, and infrastructure sectors, among others. The group is skilled in domestic and multijurisdictional M&A, disposals, and investments, as well as corporate restructurings, asset transfers, and commercial agreements. Alberto Frasquet, who spearheads the practice, is reputed for his depth of expertise in public and private M&A, leveraged buyouts, and corporate restructurings. On the cross-border joint venture front, Nicolás Martín is an indispensable member of the team, while Marcos Fernández-Rico is the go-to for distressed acquisitions. Other key practitioners include Guillermo Uriarte, Miguel Fraga, and Paula Pérez-Ardá.
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Testimonials
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- ‘HSF has an agile and collaborative structure, enabling it to handle complex transactions quickly and accurately.’
- ‘Its comprehensive transactional approach covers everything from due diligence to contract closing and post-closing.’
- ‘Its ability to anticipate and mitigate risks, and adapt to specific client requirements, is key.’
- ‘The team is wonderful.’
- ‘Miguel Fraga and Bárbara Herrero de Egaña are exceptional. Miguel Fraga brings a comprehensive legal perspective and a general understanding of other areas of law that may impact the transaction. Bárbara Herrero stands out for her technical rigour, her decisive approach, and her ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams. She is proactive, with strong analytical skills for identifying legal risks and proposing effective solutions.’
- ‘A solid, highly cohesive team that has been working together for many years and is brilliantly led by Alberto Frasquet.’
Key clients
- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners
- Samy Alliance
- Portobello Capital
- Igneo Infrastructure Partners
- Keensight Capital
- ABE Capital
- Procubitos Europe
- Península Capital
- Asociación Síndrome de Morquio
- H.I.G. Infrastructure Partners
- IB Vogt
- Bestinver
Work highlights
Advised Samy Alliance on the disposal of a 12.75% stake to Bridgepoint.
Advised Bestinver on the acquisition of a 15% stake in EV Asset Holdings.
Advised Igneo Infrastructure Partners on the acquisition of ENSO group.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Alberto Frasquet
Other key lawyers
Miguel Fraga; Bárbara Herrero de Egaña; Paula Pérez-Ardá; Lucía Garralda