Herbert Smith Freehills LLP‘ capital markets practice is distinguished by its comprehensive expertise across the entire spectrum of capital markets activities. The firm’s stature has secured its ongoing involvement in high-profile M&A transactions, listings, hybrid offerings, and secondary equity raisings. Alexander Mackinnon plays a pivotal role in the firm’s capital raising and M&A efforts. Michael Ziegelaar has been instrumental in several of the team’s high-profile listings and transactions in recent months, acting on behalf of underwriters and lead managers. The team is also well-equipped to handle DCM matters, frequently assisting corporate issuers with updating existing programmes or establishing new ones. Patrick Lowden is a key adviser to investment banks and corporates on structured finance and restructuring transactions. With over 30 years of experience, Philippa Stone enhances the team’s capabilities, advising leading banks and corporations on complex finance transactions. Josie Essery offers strategic guidance to both issuers and dealers. Securitisation and structured finance transactions are also significant areas of work for the firm, with mandates from major banks and non-bank lenders.