Capital markets: debt capital markets

Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins ' excellent combination of US and French capabilities make the firm a reference for high-yield bonds issuances and liability management work, including innovative tender, exchange and consent offers. The practice has a strong presence among banks, investors and corporations which it also advises on classic bond issuances while the team also regularly assists clients with private placements in the US. The Parisian team, which regularly leverages on the firm’s international platform, is headed by Thomas Margenet-Baudry and includes Roberto Reyes Gaskin who are both French and US qualified lawyers. Supporting them is counsel Michael Ettannani .

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Testimonials

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‘Strong knowledge of the bond market.'
‘Roberto Reyes Gaskin and Thomas Margenet-Baudry are available and relevant.'
‘An excellent practice in France. ’
‘Thomas Margenet-Baudry is very client-focused with an in-depth knowledge of the French market. He is an excellent practitioner.'
'Roberto Reyes-Gaskin is very client-focused and always available to answer any query at any point in the day no matter how tricky. He goes beyond for clients. He is also a very pleasant and easy person to work with. Highly recommended.'
'Michael Ettannani is an excellent lawyer who is always willing to help.'