White & Case Advokat AB’s Stockholm-based capital markets teams remain active on both the ECM and DCM sides, supporting international and domestic clients on a broad spectrum of matters. Johan Thiman leads the ECM practice, and is highly regarded for his work on high-value ECM transactions, working on multi-jurisdictional IPOs. Gustaf Wiklund is another key name within the ECM practice, recently working on dual listings and private placements. The group also regularly advises on MTN programmes, public M&A deals and rights issuances. The firm’s DCM offering includes assisting with a range of green and senior secured bonds. Michael Bark-Jones heads the DCM practice, leveraging extensive experience in high-yield and investment-grade bonds, alongside debt restructuring work. David Tayler works alongside him, noted for his expertise in public debt capital market issuances and liability management transactions.
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- ‘Pragmatic and client-friendly approach delivered by a strong team.’
- ‘Johan Thiman is excellent in being knowledgeable, pragmatic and easy to work with.’
- ‘Great commitment to detailed issues along with high availability.’
- ‘This is a premier practice group with exceptional market knowledge and insight. A highly responsive and well-established team which is capable of dealing with all types of transactions and questions.’
- ‘Michael Bark-Jones is an exceptionally lawyer who possesses comprehensive expertise across the full spectrum of transactional matters. His particular distinction lies in his drafting capabilities, demonstrating skills in structuring agreements and crafting precise contractual provisions that effectively address complex commercial requirements.'
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Practice head
Michael Bark-Jones; Johan Thiman
Other key lawyers
Gustaf Wiklund; David Tayler