Capital markets: Debt

Linklaters Studio Legale Associato

In addition to securitisation and structured finance, Linklaters Studio Legale Associato's Milan team advises on green, social and sustainability-linked bond issuances. It also has significant experience in debt, fixed rate, hybrid, convertible and exchangeable bonds, as well as EMTN programmes. Dario Longo's workload encompasses structured finance and securitisation transactions; Ugo Orsini advises on a range of debt matters; Linda Taylor is an English law specialist in debt capital markets transactions involving Italian issuers; and Lorenzo Dal Canto ‘demonstrates deep commitment’. Laura Le Masurier is also an experienced practitioner.

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Testimonials

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‘A great team, one of the best in the market.’
‘Appreciated for their expertise and ability to advise on large, complex and innovative transactions.’
‘High-quality legal analyses and deep understanding of the law. The team excels in negotiation, demonstrating both skill and strategic thinking.’
‘They truly stand out, offering insightful and well-rounded legal advice.’
‘High level of professionalism from lawyers who are always available to provide support and solutions for any kind of legal matter. Unwavering respect for deadlines. Legal processes that move forward smoothly and efficiently.’
‘Linda Taylor and Laura Le Masurier are great professionals.’
‘Lorenzo Dal Canto demonstrates deep commitment to understanding clients’ needs and providing tailored solutions. Clients particularly value his problem-solving skills, reliability, genuine dedication brought to every matter, and the ability to meet deadlines.’
‘Lorenzo Dal Canto shows great support and dedication.’

Key clients

ABN AMRO in cooperation with ODDO BHF
Banca Akros
Banco Santander
Barclays, Goldman Sachs International
BNP Paribas,
BofA Securities
Citigroup
Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank
Deutsche Bank
Goldman Sachs International
Gruppo Banco BPM
HSBC
ICBC
IMI
ING
Intesa Sanpaolo
JP Morgan
Mediobanca
Mizuho
Morgan Stanley
MUFG Securities (Europe)
Natixis
Neinver Group
Nuveen Real Estate
SMBC
Société Générale
Tamburi Investment Partners
Unicredit

Work highlights

Advised UniCredit on the update of the €35bn covered bond programme of UniCredit.
Advised Barclays, Goldman Sachs International, JP Morgan, BofA Securities Europe, Citigroup, Deutsche Bank and Morgan Stanley (as joint bookrunners) on the issuance by Eni of €1bn sustainability-linked senior unsecured bonds.
Advised PGIM, as financier of a real estate portfolio, with the transaction structured as an Italian securitisation.

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